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?    •    Birdwatching isn’t just a hobby — it’s a passport to Australia’s wildest places.     •   

“Exploring Australia. One bird at a time (but who’s counting?).”

Birding in Australia is your gateway to discovering the incredible birdlife that makes this country one of the top birdwatching destinations in the world. With 850+ recorded species, including more than 45% endemics found nowhere else, Australia is a paradise for birders, nature lovers, and photographers alike.

From the iconic Emu and Kookaburra, to vibrant Rainbow Lorikeets, elusive Lyrebirds, and migratory shorebirds along the coasts, birdwatching in Australia is as diverse as the landscapes themselves — rainforests, deserts, wetlands, and tropical islands.

Whether you’re just beginning your birding journey or you’re a seasoned birder planning a trip to spot lifers, Birding in Australia is here to connect you with everything you need.

Places to Watch Birds

Birds reveal landscapes in ways few other creatures do. From rainforest edges and desert waterholes to tidal flats, forests, suburbs and islands, Australia offers extraordinary birding — often where you least expect it.

Here you’ll find regional birding information to help you explore:

  • Where birds live across different Australian habitats

  • What species you might encounter in each region

  • Seasonal movements and local patterns

  • Ways to bird responsibly in sensitive environments

Whether you’re travelling or staying close to home, birding begins with paying attention.

Australian Bird Species & Identification

Australia is home to more than 800 bird species, many found nowhere else on Earth. Some are loud and unmistakable, others quiet, cryptic, or fleeting — but all carry stories of adaptation, movement, and survival.

This site supports bird identification and learning through:

  • Species information grounded in field experience
  • Behaviour, habitat and seasonal insights
  • Resources for developing birding skills over time
  • A focus on understanding birds, not just naming them

Birding isn’t about ticking boxes — it’s about learning how to see.

Birding Guides, Books & Resources

Birding in Australia curates a thoughtful collection of bird books, field guides and regional resources created by experienced ornithologists, birders and naturalists. These support careful observation, deeper knowledge, and long-term connection with birds and place.

You’ll find:

  • Australian bird identification guides
  • Regional birding handbooks
  • Conservation, ecology and natural history titles
  • Resources for birders, photographers and educators

Each is chosen for usefulness in the field — not hype.

Why Birding Matters

Birds are among our clearest storytellers of environmental change. They respond quickly to habitat loss, climate shifts, and human impact — and in doing so, they show us what is happening to the landscapes we depend on.

Birding in Australia exists to:

  • Encourage ethical, attentive birdwatching
  • Support conservation awareness
  • Foster connection between people and place
  • Celebrate Australia’s remarkable avian diversity

Birding begins with noticing — and noticing changes everything.

Explore the Wonder of Australia’s Vibrant Birdlife

Explore the Wonder of Australia’s Vibrant Birdlife

Groups

Tips and community groups to help you discover more birds wherever you are in Australia

Guides

Up-to-date bird ID guides and information for species across Australia.

Plan Your Birding Adventure to Australia’s

Australia is a playground for bird lovers. Plan your travels around its richest birding regions—from Kakadu’s wetlands to Tasmania’s forests—and every stop becomes a chance to discover, photograph, and marvel at the country’s vibrant avian life.

START MAPPING YOUR BIRDING ADVENTURE TODAY!

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