Welcome to 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 how you can create bird-friendly spaces in your garden and local community. Find out more about Australian birds and their habitats.
What's New
- Want to take a peek at the nightly comings and goings of Powerful Owls? Check out our new Powerful Owl NestCAM - we are posting weekly clips outside a Powerful Owl hollow in Sydney.
- Think you need a big garden to attract birds? Think again! Read about a cheeky pair of White-cheeked Honeyeaters in our birdy blog
- Check out Flaming Pines for some fantastic music inspired by birds. $1 from every sale goes to help Birds in Backyards.
- See the daily goings-on at a Satin Bowerbird bower on BowerbirdCAM - he is particularly active at the moment
- Looking for an activity to keep the kids busy? Build some nests and take part in our nest predation experiment. The kids could win a prize!
- Nest box plans! Learn how to create nest boxes for 13 different birds from all over Australia
About BirdLife Australia
BirdLife Australia is dedicated to achieving outstanding conservation results for our native birds and their habitats. With our specialised knowledge and the commitment of an Australia-wide network of members, volunteers and supporters, we are creating a bright future for Australia’s birds.
Check out our new website at birdlife.org.au.
