Thousands of Australians are joining the Aussie Bird Count to take a national snapshot of the birds around us until October 25, 2026.
One in six Australian birds faces the threat of extinction, according to the Aussie Bird Count.
Last year a record-breaking five million birds were counted, with nearly 64,000 people participating.
The Australian Magpie swooped into the top spot as the bird we see the most, followed by the Rainbow Lorikeet and Noisy Miner. There were 621 different species observed.
It takes just 20 minutes in your favourite outdoor space to count the birds you see during that period.
BirdLife Australia’s National Public Affairs advisor Sean Dooley said most bird counts were conducted in built-up areas, but sightings were also recorded in Christmas Island, Cocos Islands, and sub-Antarctic Heard Island.
“Birds like the bin-chicken have found ways to take advantage of urban growth, and it’s encouraging to see native species adapting like this,” Mr Dooley said.
“Sadly, the flipside to that story is the birds in need of other kinds of habitat, like smaller bush birds, get pushed into decline as their habitats are destroyed.
“It’s a reminder that the changes we make have an impact.
“Adding native plants to your garden can offer a lifeline to those other Australian native birds that we’re more worried about.”
To participate, click here.
Moreton Bay Council will also hold a workshop to teach tips on birdwatching and identification at the Caboolture Region Environmental Education Centre on Friday October 23 from 3pm to 4.30pm.
