Birds in Backyards is a research, education and conservation program focusing on birds and the urban environment. The program was developed in response to the reduction of bird species living in built up areas, the rapid expansion of these areas and the consequent loss of habitat. Initially a Birds Australia program, Birds in Backyards became a program of both Birds Australia and the Australian Museum in February 2005, when a partnership was formed.
About the program
Learn more about the Birds in Backyards program's history, objectives and scope, including research projects, future directions and how you can get involved.
The Steering Committee
Find out who's on the Birds in Backyards Steering Committee, which is responsible for the design, management and implementation of the Birds in Backyards Program.
Research projects
What research is being done through the Birds in Backyards program? What future research opportunities are there? Find the answers in this section of the site.
Sponsorship
Birds in Backyards is mostly funded by private donations and sponsorships and there are many opportunities for sponsors and donors to become involved.
Contributors to the website
Read about the people who have contributed images and audio files to the Birds in Backyards website. Includes information on purchasing images or bird call recordings.
Bird conservation
Learn more about why birds are important as environmental indicators, investigate the problems facing urban wildlife in Australia and get up-to-date on the conservation status of Australia's birds.
Copyright and Privacy
The Birds in Backyards website Copyright and Privacy information can be found here.