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…of two of Australia’s most threatened birds — the Mallee Whipbird and Eyre Peninsula Southern Emu-wren. Both BirdLife Australia and Birds SA say that the importance of protecting the habitats of these rare birds cannot be overemphasised. If given approval by the Minister and built as planned, the facility would…Read more

…more information about the Aussie Backyard Bird Count, click here. Know Your Birds Quiz We’re really excited to bring you the second BirdLife Castlemaine District Know Your Birds Quiz! Test your bird knowledge with the four questions below, then check the answers at the end of this eNews. Big thanks…Read more

…images of the birds’ eyes, what species do you think these four birds are? Bonus Question 4 (Obscure) One of Victoria’s faunal emblems is the critically endangered Helmeted Honeyeater. The Helmeted Honeyeater is actually a sub-race of what honeyeater species found commonly in the Castlemaine district? Bird of the Month…Read more

…and, of course, host of the popular Death by Birding podcast. On it, Cesar chats with birders and non-birders to explore the esoteric world of birds, offering a hilarious yet informative journey through the birdwatching movement. Cesar lives in the subtropical rainforests of Queensland’s Mount Glorious, surrounded by Paradise Riflebirds,…Read more

…birds, especially where there are people – so it’s important that we can co-exist peacefully with them in our cities, suburbs and towns. Find out more ways to help the birds in your backyards (including magpies). Magpies are one of Australia’s most common and widespread birds. Photo by Darren Weinert…Read more

…Wurrung people, and we pay our respects to their Elders past and present. We recognise and are grateful for the immense contribution of Indigenous people to the knowledge and conservation of Australia’s birds. Important Information Regarding Weather Please note that walks will be cancelled if severe weather warnings are in…Read more

…resident shorebirds, spending their entire lives on our coasts. Like other beach-nesting shorebirds, Hooded Plovers lay their eggs directly onto the exposed sand of southern Australia’s ocean shores – making them vulnerable to human disturbance, especially on crowded beaches. The odds are stacked against them – but thanks to the…Read more

…the future of these birds.” “We thank the Minister and the Commonwealth Government for awarding this funding, and we’re looking forward to working with dedicated Recovery Team partners on much-needed actions for these threatened birds.” BirdLife Australia Media Enquiries: Please contact James Johnson on 0423 659 324 or at media@birdlife.org.au…Read more

…about 2.2KM with one steep section. For those that do not wish to do the main walk, there is plenty to see around the dams and also some shorter flat tracks to explore. The Glamorgan Reef Bushland Reserve consists of dry open forest, with dams to attract the birds. Birds…Read more

…frogmouth) aren’t eligible for this year’s Special Theme, so please enter any photos of these species in other relevant categories. You can also enter the following competition categories: Backyard Birds Bird Behaviour Bird Portrait Birds in Flight Birds in the Landscape Youth Human Impact Portfolio Prize Find out more information…Read more