Welcome to Birds in Backyards
Birds in Backyards is a research, education and conservation program of BirdLife Australia focused on the birds that live where people live. Get involved by becoming a member and taking part in our online surveys. Learn how you can create bird-friendly spaces in your garden and local community. Find out more about Australian birds and their habitats.
Latest updates
Check out the new instructions for our Birds in Backyards surveys. For the web portal and app.
Birds in Backyards is now using the BirdLife Australia login system. Click here to find out more.
The Birds in Backyards surveys are now available on Birdata. Click here to read more about the survey.
What's New
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8 hours 18 min ago
Our new National Shorebirds Monitoring Program needs you!
All over Australia, shorebird counters and community gr… https://t.co/znZiOUXWJl
10 hours 24 min ago
An interesting read from our Toondah alliance partner, @Redlands2030: does Walker Group's plan to develop 3,600 apa… https://t.co/cLZkP9rVEq
1 day 9 hours ago
@CatRational Looks like they are sunbathing! A few theories about why they do it but most likely it helps with para… https://t.co/S8AYh4UaAE