Is Red Okay?

I'm planning on getting one of those 66mm refractors for a number of reasons including quick stargazing and travel. But one important use will be as a bird and wildlife spotting scope and some avian photography. These are cute little things that seem to be able to serve a number of purposes adequately.

My question is about color. I love the bright red version, but wonder if the color is a problem for birding. Should I stifle my esthetic desire for the racy red scope and get it in black?

Thanks.

Jim in Texas

You might attract hummingbirds to the scope! 8)

Many birders wear muted colors so as not to draw too
much attention to themselves. And their equipment usually
is toned down when they hike 'in the field as well.

I guess it depends on what kind of birding you intend to do.
From the deck, it might not matter. Out in the woods, it might.
But I like the red too! Perhaps you could buy one used
on astromart and sell it if it doesn't work out.

Gerald