Photographed by John Barkla. Gouldian-Finch.

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Australian Bird of the Year 2025

After three years placing runner-up, the Tawny Frogmouth has finally claimed the title as the country's 2025 Bird of the Year.

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.

Find out more about birds to look out for around Australia this month

Palm Cockatoos are the rockstars of the bird world, but are their drumming displays an ancient instinct or a clever mimicry of human behaviour?

Find out more about our bird conservation work around the country with our monthly multimedia round-up.

A record-breaking breeding season is good news for Australia's newest threatened bird species, the Little Tern.

Discover how to create a bird-friendly garden to attract, support and protect resident and migratory birds this World Migratory Bird Day.

The new Australian Government must address the urgent challenges facing nature, our communities and the birdlife we all treasure.

Your May bird of the month is the Little Tern! Here are five facts about Australia's newest threatened bird species.

Find out more about birds to look out for around Australia this month