What to do
- Survey dates: 24th June – 2nd July
- Select your garden, park, or school
- Choose one day from 24th June to the 2rd July 2023
- Look and listen for birds for ONE hour.
- Record the HIGHEST number of a bird species observed at one time.
- Submit your survey results below.
Tally sheet for easy counting
- Print out the tally sheet or make your own.
- For bird survey areas with internet access, you can enter your results straight into the online survey form.
NZ Garden Bird Survey tally sheet
The 2023 count
What else can you do to help the birds around you?
Creating a bird-friendly haven in your garden, school, or local park
We all love spending time in our gardens, relaxing, and looking at the birds and other wildlife we find there. What can you do to enhance your garden to optimise its appeal to birds, and to make your garden safe for birdlife?
