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Aussie Bird Count

Meet Sam Cotton: your 2023 Aussie Bird Count ambassador

Birdlife Australia
Friday, 13 October 2023

Known for bringing joy to our phone screens through his animations, how will Aussie Bird Count ambassador Sam Cotton be counting?

Aussie Bird Count

What Bird is That? Pigeons vs Doves

Birdlife Australia
Friday, 13 October 2023

For our last instalment of this week’s 'What bird is that?', Sean Dooley tells us if there is even a difference between the Pigeons and Doves.

Aussie Bird Count

10 reasons why you should join the 10th Aussie Bird Count

Birdlife Australia
Thursday, 12 October 2023

Our 10th Aussie Bird Count is just a few short days away! If you’re on the fence, let us convince you with 10 reasons to count.

Aussie Bird Count

What bird is that? Crested Pigeons vs Topknot Pigeons

Birdlife Australia
Wednesday, 11 October 2023

How to tell the difference between commonly confused backyard birds. This time, it’s Crested Pigeons vs Topknot Pigeons!

Aussie Bird Count

10 birds you might see during the Aussie Bird Count

Birdlife Australia
Tuesday, 10 October 2023

The Aussie Bird Count is just one week away, so brush up on your bird knowledge. We've profiled 10 of the most commonly reported birds from previous counts.

Aussie Bird Count

What bird is that? Wattlebirds

Birdlife Australia
Saturday, 7 October 2023

In this video, we’re talking all things wattlebirds – and the easiest ways to tell which one is visiting your garden!

Aussie Bird Count

What Bird is That? Myna and Miner

Birdlife Australia
Tuesday, 3 October 2023

In the leadup to this year’s Aussie Backyard Bird Count we're explaining the difference between commonly confused birds: Myna and Miner.

Aussie Bird Count

What Bird is That? Ravens and Crows

Birdlife Australia
Tuesday, 26 September 2023

In the leadup to this year’s Aussie Backyard Bird Count we're explaining the difference between commonly confused birds: Ravens and Crows.