International
A birding paradise in the South Pacific
New Zealand’s birdlife has been heavily affected by introduced feral predators, but Rakiura is an avian utopia.
Tag: birding
History & Culture
Snapshot: The pioneering lady twitchers of Australia
Unlike similar organisations in 1901, the Australasian Ornithologists’ Union welcomed women, with six among its foundation members. The organisation continues to research and advocate for Australia’s native birds today as BirdLife Australia.
News
Birding at home is officially a thing and there has never been a better time to become a birder
Australians have been advised to stay at home once again and backyard birding may just be the answer to your boredom.
Science & Environment
‘The birder must be self-sufficient’: how to bird Australia’s islands
I’m on a personal quest to see as many Australian birds as possible. So far I’ve clocked up 823 species. Of these 823 species, I saw 121 on Australian islands. Clearly, Australian birders wanting to see all our beautiful birds must visit our enticing islands.