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Aussie Bird Count 2025 artwork featuring backyard birds including Parrots, Ducks, Swans, Owls and Ibis
Aussie Bird Count

One week to go until the Aussie Bird Count

Monday, 13 October 2025

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Get excited bird lovers – the Aussie Bird Count starts in ONE WEEK!

From 20–26 October, Australians everywhere will be spending 20 minutes counting the birds around them. Haven’t signed up yet? Now’s the time.

     

To get started, all you need to do is:

  1. Make sure you have signed up at https://aussiebirdcount.org.au
  2. Download the Aussie Bird Count app via the Apple App Store or Google Play
  3. Set aside 20 minutes at a location of your choice
  4. Count birds
  5. Repeat as many times as you like throughout the week

Join in the Aussie Bird Count fun from 20–26 October by registering as a counter today.

If you find that you have any questions, you can access online FAQs and resources for assistance.

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