Thursday 11 September 2014

Join the October bird count

As part of National Bird Week Monday 20 October and Sunday 26 October, Birdlife Australia are conducting a national bird survey, The Aussie Backyard Bird Count. Macedon Ranges Shire Council has partnered with Birdlife Australia, Woodend Landcare and Woodend Bird Observers Group to assist with surveying for species within the Macedon region.

The Aussie Backyard Bird Count will allow for a greater understanding of bird populations in the Shire. Birds are sensitive to changes in the environment and can provide us with an insight into the impact of invasive species, changes in climate and the overall health of the local environment.

All you need to do is:

1. Sign up to the Aussie Backyard Bird Count by visiting the link at
www.mrsc.vic.gov.au/birds or download the Apple/Android Aussie Backyard
Bird Count App.

2. Record all bird species in a 20 minute survey in your backyard, local park,
schoolyard or other area of choice during National Bird Week.

3. Enter your data into the online form or via the Apple/Android App.

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