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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!

Australian Bird of the Year

Your 2023 Bird of the Year is...

Birdlife Australia
Friday, 6 October 2023

Threatened species triumph in the 2023 Bird of the Year poll.

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.

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Vale Margaret Cameron AM, 1937–2023

Birdlife Australia
Monday, 2 October 2023

The passing of a tireless and enthusiastic President

Bird of the month

Bird of the Month: October 2023

Birdlife Australia
Sunday, 1 October 2023

Brahminy Kite

5 things

5 Things you may or may not know about Plumed Whistling-Duck

Birdlife Australia
Sunday, 1 October 2023

Plumed Whistling-Duck

Australian Bird of the Year

BirdLife Australia's Bird of the Year Picks: Top 7

Birdlife Australia
Tuesday, 26 September 2023

Don’t know who to vote for in the Guardian/BirdLife Australia Bird of the Year poll? Let us inspire you with our top 7 picks!