Photographed by John Barkla. Gouldian-Finch.

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Meet the Mallee Annual-Bluebell — a low-maintenance, native herb that suppresses weeds, prevents erosion and attracts fairy-wrens to your backyard.

Winter is the perfect time to step back, make a few smart tweaks, and set your space up for an even more bird-friendly spring garden.

When you record birds as part of Birds in Backyards, you're not just enjoying a moment with nature, you’re contributing to science and conservation.