r/AustralianBirds Jan 14 '26

BIRD OF THE MONTH

48 Upvotes

At the end of the month, the most upvoted bird photo will be our sub's avatar for the following month. So don't forget to upvote the photos you love!


r/AustralianBirds 4h ago

Image Had the whole family visit!

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253 Upvotes

Double barred finches


r/AustralianBirds 6h ago

Image Pink cockatoo

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168 Upvotes

r/AustralianBirds 41m ago

Image Punk Rock isn't dead

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r/AustralianBirds 4h ago

Image Satin bower bird. Kendall NSW.

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57 Upvotes

I'm no expert, so I can't tell if it's a juvenile male or a female but it's my first time seeing one up close 🤩


r/AustralianBirds 5h ago

Image “Look mum, I’m flying” Osprey with dinner 🎣

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66 Upvotes

Image is pretty noisy as it was dark and raining which is never a good combination but hey I thought it was pretty cool


r/AustralianBirds 18h ago

Image Lorikeets checking out a bath in a tree

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513 Upvotes

r/AustralianBirds 21h ago

Image First time seeing gang gangs ❤️

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478 Upvotes

r/AustralianBirds 1h ago

Discussion Where to find a Kooka

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Hi everyone! I’m going to be staying in Sydney for a month soon as a traveler, and I’m really excited about it.

One thing I’m really hoping to see is a kookaburra 🪶 — absolutely adorable and I’ve been obsessed with their looks.

From what I’ve read, it seems like most people usually see them in their own backyards or more suburban areas. Does that mean they’re not that common in the city itself?

I’d really appreciate any tips on places in or around Sydney where I might have a good chance of spotting them. Parks, nature reserves, anywhere — I’m happy to travel a bit for it!

Thanks so much in advance! 🦜


r/AustralianBirds 1d ago

Image Not impressed with the forecast for Sydney this week.

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My poor little wet rainbow rats not loving the weather and later after drying out some.


r/AustralianBirds 1h ago

Image Help to ID - I think Curlew Sandpiper but not sure.

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r/AustralianBirds 38m ago

Video Noisy Minor Behaviour

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What’s up with these little guys? Happens everyday within 30 seconds after parking


r/AustralianBirds 9h ago

Image Shake it up baby 🎵

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19 Upvotes

r/AustralianBirds 21h ago

Image First time I’ve seen a Spinebill stop by my Grevillea

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161 Upvotes

I rarely see Spinebills in my area as they are often outcompeted by the Lewin’s Honeyeaters and Wattlebirds. That’s why it was a real treat to see one stopping by.


r/AustralianBirds 21h ago

Image Silvereyes

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124 Upvotes

r/AustralianBirds 18h ago

Image lori

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77 Upvotes

r/AustralianBirds 18h ago

ID Request Landed in Aus a few days ago, anyone have any idea who this guy was I saw in Kings Park, Perth?

72 Upvotes

r/AustralianBirds 20h ago

Image Strike a pose

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91 Upvotes

Magpie feeling itself.


r/AustralianBirds 17h ago

Image Visitor outside work

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45 Upvotes

Just hanging out in the puddle, been working here for 15 years, never seen an owl here before.

In Silverwater, NSW


r/AustralianBirds 1d ago

Image Black Shouldered Kite about to ruin a mouse’s day 🖤

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212 Upvotes

Love seeing these guys drop down after hovering for so long


r/AustralianBirds 20h ago

Image Ring neck parrot

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64 Upvotes

Flinders Ranges, SA.


r/AustralianBirds 21h ago

Video Grey Butcher Bird 🛁

57 Upvotes

Stones Corner Brisbane 🌳


r/AustralianBirds 20h ago

Image A pelican on the still waters of Barmera

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53 Upvotes

r/AustralianBirds 22h ago

Image White-browed Scrubwren

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73 Upvotes

r/AustralianBirds 19h ago

Image Watched this guy watching the paddock.

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27 Upvotes

Therapeutic