Anderson Cooper learns the thrills of birding

This week on 60 Minutes, Anderson Cooper reports from the misty mountains of western Colombia , where birding is thriving in a place once scarred by conflict. Drizzly, overcast conditions bring the forests to life, with species like the gold-ringed tanager drawing enthusiasts from around the world. An activity that might sound dull at first quickly reveals a vibrant ecosystem hidden in the foliage. For Cooper, birding was unfamiliar — and he says he was was initially skeptical. …