Bird count in communities
Spend time in nature, learn something new and take part in Australia’s biggest citizen science event.
Why community groups should count
Birds bring people together, and so can your group.
Whether you’re a local environment group, gardening club, local scouts group, social group or neighbourhood association, the Aussie Bird Count is a fun and meaningful way to spend time outdoors, spark conversation and take part in a national citizen science project.
It’s free, easy, and open to everyone — no bird knowledge required.
By joining the Count, your group can:
- Reconnect with local nature
- Contribute to a positive project with real impact
- Build community spirit and shared purpose
- Learn something new together while having fun
How community group can get involved
Step 1: Register
Sign up your group to receive our free participation toolkit and updates.
Step 2: Promote
Use our posters to invite your community group to take part.
Step 3: Host
Plan a group bird count in a local park or nature reserve, and count together.
Step 4: Share
Celebrate your group’s contribution to citizen science by sharing photos or stories on social media. Don’t forget to tag @birdlifeoz
Taking part is easy!
20 minutes
Just spend 20 minutes in your favourite outdoor space and tell us about the birds you see during that period.
Count the birds
You can submit your group’s results using the app or the web form. You only need to submit one count per group.
Bird finder
There’s a built-in “bird finder” tool to help you identify birds you’re unsure of.
Submit your count
You can count as many times as you want. Every count helps.
Register and download the app today
