Birds in Backyards

Birds in Backyards is a research, education and conservation program focusing on the birds that live where people live. Get involved by becoming a member and taking part in our online surveys. Learn about how you can create bird-friendly spaces in your garden and local community. Find out more about Australian birds and their habitats.

Bird finder

This identification tool allows you to search, browse or find individual Australian birds.

Surveys

Help us gather information about birds from your backyard in our Surveys section.

Bird-friendly spaces

Learn how to provide suitable habitat for birds in your backyard, park, street or suburb.

Featured bird groups

Find birds by the habitat they live in, their behaviour or conservation status.

Birds in Backyard Forum

Share observations and exchange information on birds and their habitat.

News

Got a bird-friendly garden you want to share?

30-Jun-10

Birds in Backyards is looking for people in major cities around Australia who have a bird-friendly garden and are willing to allow footage to be taken of it for a Gardening Australia piece.

Members