BIRDING IN AUSTRALIA

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Birding Resources + Communities in Australia

“birds unite us — watch, share, and enjoy the wonder together.”

Birding is better when shared. This is where you’ll find links to birding associations, local groups, citizen science projects, wildlife carers, and more. Whether you’re looking to join a community, support bird conservation, or simply connect with like-minded bird lovers, this is your flock.

Birding Organisations

BirdLife Australia

BirdLife Australia is a geographical network, comprising over 36 local and special interest groups. These groups are instrumental in driving regional conservation, community engagement, and citizen science efforts across the continent, working collaboratively with the national organisation to secure the future of Australia’s avifauna.

CONNECT WITH OTHER BIRDERS

Facebook Groups

Connect with others and discover new birding spots

Facebook offers a vibrant community for birders across Australia, with countless groups dedicated to regional sightings, species identification, and bird photography. Each Australian state and territory has active Facebook groups where local birders share sightings, photos, and updates from their region. These are great places to connect with others and discover new birding spots — just remember to read and follow each group’s rules before posting or commenting and stay safe online.

ID Facebook Groups

>>Australian Bird Identification ABID
Helping birders identify species from photos taken across Australia.

>>Australian Shorebird Identification
Dedicated to identifying and learning about Australian shorebirds.

>>Australian Native Birds (ANB)
A community for sharing photos and stories of Australia’s native species.

Australian Groups

>>Australian Bird Identification ABID
Helping birders identify species from photos taken across Australia.

>>eBird Australia
Sharing records, data, and updates from eBird’s Australian community.

>>Birding-Aus
Discussion group for all aspects of Australian birding.

>>Birds Around Australia
Photos, sightings, and discussion of birds from all over the country.

>>Birds of Australia
General community for sharing Australian bird photos and news.

>>Women Birders In Australia
A supportive space for women birders to connect and share their experiences.

Dedicated Species Groups

>>Native Birds in Australia
Celebrating Australia’s diverse native bird species.

>>Australian Native Birds (ANB)
A community for sharing photos and stories of Australia’s native species.

>>Australian Native Bird Photography
A showcase for photography of Australian native birds.

>>Australian Shorebird Identification
Dedicated to identifying and learning about Australian shorebirds.

>>Australian Shorebird Monitoring
Supporting citizen science and monitoring of shorebirds nationwide.

>>Seabirds and Pelagics Australia
For those passionate about seabirding and pelagic expeditions.

>>Australian Nocturnal Birds
Exploring the world of owls, nightjars, and other nocturnal species.

>>Owls of Australia
Sharing sightings, conservation news, and photos of Australian owls.

>>BirdLife Australia Raptor Group
Focused on Australia’s raptors and birds of prey.

>>Australian Kingfisher Photography
Sharing images and discussions on Australia’s stunning kingfishers.

>>Australian Ravens (Crows)
Focused on Australia’s intelligent corvids and their behaviour.

>>Finches Australia
For birders interested in the many finch species found across Australia.

>>Grasswrens of Australia
Dedicated to sightings and conservation of Australia’s elusive grasswrens.

Victorian Groups

>>Albury Wodonga Birders
Birdwatchers from the Albury-Wodonga region sharing photos and field notes.

>>BirdLife Ballarat
A community for sharing bird sightings and conservation efforts in the Ballarat region.

>>BirdLife East Gippsland
Focused on the diverse birdlife of East Gippsland, from forest to coast.

>>BirdLife Melbourne
Connecting Melbourne birders with conservation news and local events.

>>BirdLife Mornington Peninsula
Dedicated to bird conservation and sightings across Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula.

>>Birdline Victoria
Reports and discussions of rare and notable bird sightings across Victoria.

>>Mallacoota Birds
Focused on birdwatching and photography in the Mallacoota area.

>>Mildura Birdlife
Birders around Mildura sharing observations and local birding updates.

>>Plenty Gorge Park – Community
A friendly space for locals and visitors to share photos, wildlife sightings, and conservation news from Plenty Gorge Park — a haven for native birds and nature enthusiasts alike.

Queensland Groups

>>Agnes Water & 1770 Birders
Birders from the Discovery Coast area sharing sightings and tips.

>>BirdLife Bundaberg
Promoting birdwatching and conservation in the Bundaberg region.

>>Birdlife Mackay Facebook Group
Birding discussions and sightings from Mackay and surrounds.

>>BirdLife Northern Queensland
Celebrating the unique tropical birds of North Queensland.

>>BirdLife Townsville
Birdwatchers in Townsville sharing sightings and local birding events.

>>Brisbane Birds
Bird enthusiasts around Brisbane sharing photos and local birding info.

>>Gold Coast Bird Observers
Birdwatchers from the Gold Coast sharing local sightings and news.

>>Norfolk Island Birds
Dedicated to the birds and conservation of Norfolk Island.

>>Birds and Birding Sunshine Coast 2025
A vibrant community for bird enthusiasts across the Sunshine Coast to share sightings, photos, and updates on local species. Perfect for keeping up with what’s flying where in 2025.

New South Wales Groups

>>Birding NSW
The main birdwatching group for NSW, sharing events, news, and sightings.

>>Birds of the Hunter and Central Coast NSW Australia
Focused on the birds of the Hunter and Central Coast regions.

>>Birds NSW
A friendly group for sharing bird photos and identification help in NSW.

>>NSW Rare Bird Alert
Alerts and updates for rare bird sightings across New South Wales.

>>Greater Sydney Birdwatchers
Birders in Sydney sharing photos, locations, and birding experiences.

>>Mid North Coast Birders Network
Connecting birders from the Mid North Coast of NSW.

South Australian Groups

>>Birdline South Australia
Reporting and sharing notable bird sightings in South Australia.

>>Port MacDonnell Seabirds and Pelagics – South Australia
For seabird and pelagic birding enthusiasts along the SA coast.

>>South Aussie Birding
A community celebrating birding across South Australia.

>>Birds and Birding South Australia 2025
Sharing current-year bird sightings and photos from across SA.

Northern Territory Groups

>>Northern Territory Birders
A hub for birders across the NT to share sightings, photos, and field info.

>>Birdlife Top End
Celebrating and conserving the rich birdlife of the Top End region.

>>Birdline Northern Territory
Reporting and discussing bird sightings from across the Northern Territory.

>>Northern Territory Bird Photography
Dedicated to showcasing the incredible birdlife of the Northern Territory, this group welcomes photographers of all levels to share their best shots and connect with fellow NT bird lovers.

>>Friends of Fogg Dam
Focused on the iconic Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve near Darwin, this group highlights the area’s rich birdlife, conservation efforts, and seasonal wildlife observations.

Western Australia Groups

>>Gouldian Finches of Western Australia
Dedicated to sightings and conservation of Gouldian Finches in WA.

>>Christmas and Cocos Keeling Birds
Focused on birdwatching and species from Australia’s remote Indian Ocean islands.

Tasmanian Groups

>>Tasmanian Bird Sightings and Photography
Sharing bird photography and sightings from across Tasmania.

>>Tasmania Birds and Birding 2025
A community for Tasmanian birders to share 2025 sightings and photos.

Bird Photography Groups

>>Feathers and Photos – Australian Bird Photography
A popular community for bird photography tips and inspiration.

>>Bird Photography Australia
Sharing beautiful photos and techniques from bird photographers across Australia.

>>Australian Bird Photography
A community dedicated to showcasing bird photography from around the country.

>>Australian Native Bird Photography
A showcase for photography of Australian native birds.

>>Australian Kingfisher Photography
Sharing images and discussions on Australia’s stunning kingfishers.

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Birdwatching isn’t just a hobby — it’s a passport to Australia’s wildest places. • Australia has 850+ bird species. How many have you met? •Birdwatching isn’t just a hobby — it’s a passport to Australia’s wildest places. • Australia has 850+ bird species. How many have you met? •

Explore Australia and its birding destinations

Northern Territory

From the wetlands to the red desert, the NT dazzles with Rainbow Bee-eaters, Black-necked Storks, Gouldian Finches, and Red-tailed Black Cockatoos — each more vivid than the outback sunset.

Queensland

Tropical Queensland is alive with colour — Southern Cassowaries, Buff-breasted Paradise Kingfishers, Rainbow Lorikeets, Paradise Riflebirds, and the exotic Palm Cockatoos shimmer beneath the rainforest canopy.