Aussie Bird Count: 20-26 October, 2025
By telling us about the birds you’ve seen within a 20-minute period, you will help BirdLife Australia develop an understanding of local birds while getting to know the wildlife on your doorstep.
The Aussie Bird Count is for everyone!
The Aussie Bird Count is for all ages and involves observing and counting the birds that live near you, be it in your garden, the local park, the beach or even outside your office window! You don’t need to be an expert birder to take part — all you need is a little enthusiasm!
Visit the Aussie Bird Count website
Celebrating 12 years of the Aussie Bird Count
Now in its twelvth year, the Aussie Bird Count is Australia’s largest annual citizen science event, with around 100,000 people participating each year.
It’s quick and easy – and takes just 20 minutes
By telling us about the birds you’ve seen within a 20-minute period, you will help BirdLife Australia develop an understanding of local birds while getting to know the wildlife on your doorstep.
You’ll be part of a movement for Australia’s birds
Noticing birds is the first step towards caring about them – and where conservation begins. For many people, the count is their first foray into the bird world and citizen science – and often, it’s their first count of many.
You can contribute to the Aussie Bird Count from anywhere in Australia
This is a nationwide event – count in your backyard, front yard, courtyard, local park, school yard or other favourite outdoor space. Your location might be along the coast, in the middle of the desert, in a national park or on a farm. You can count birds anywhere – as long as you are in Australia.
Resources, Actions & Facts
Rainbow Lorikeet
The Rainbow Lorikeet is unmistakable with its bright red beak and colourful plumage.
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