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Weekend Birder explores everyday Australian birdlife, noticing birds together through stories and science. Listen now on your favourite app or the pages below.

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127 Pelagics
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127 Pelagics

Pelagic trips take you far offshore to the seabirds most of us never get to see. Dr Holly Kirk shares what turns up at the continental shelf, how to spot albatrosses and petrels, and how to prepare so the day feels exciting rather than overwhelming.

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124 Parrot Evolution
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124 Parrot Evolution

Birding with Cob shares how a Tawny Frogmouth sparked his passion, the global adventures that followed, and why birdwatching has become a worldwide community of curiosity and connection.

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122 Pardalotes and Parrots
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122 Pardalotes and Parrots

Australia’s 2025 Top Tour Guide, Cat Davidson, shares the magic of Inala on Bruny Island - home to Forty-spotted Pardalotes, Swift Parrots and Tasmania’s other incredible birdlife.

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114 Bird of Prey Q&A
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114 Bird of Prey Q&A

Raptor expert Stephen Debus answers listener questions about birds of prey in Australia - from eagles and falcons to parenting, prey, and plumage. A must-listen for bird nerds and curious nature lovers.

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111 Fairywren Quest
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111 Fairywren Quest

Discover how Maggie Galbraith's quiet approach to birdwatching led a nation-wide quest to see all of Australia’s fairywrens, and an unforgettable moment with the White-winged Fairywren.

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104 Gang-gang Cockatoos
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104 Gang-gang Cockatoos

Explore the quirky charm of Gang-gang Cockatoos with Dr Holly Parsons and Gee Hounsell. Hear how science, citizen action, and love for birds come together to protect this iconic species.

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103 Thriving in the City
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103 Thriving in the City

Urban ecologist Jacinta Humphrey shares how to make our cities better for birds and gives backyard tips, habitat design ideas and insight into what’s threatening our urban birdlife.

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101 Swallows and Martins
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101 Swallows and Martins

Urban birder Lorne Johnson he shares his love of swallows, martins and the fast-paced birds that fill Sydney's skies.

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99 Emus and Cassowaries
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99 Emus and Cassowaries

Young birdwatcher Luca shares why emus and cassowaries are some of Australia’s most fascinating birds, and why we need to protect the landscapes they call home.

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98 Bush Stone-curlews
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98 Bush Stone-curlews

Wildlife researcher Paula Wasiak shares the journey of bringing Bush Stone-curlews back to Phillip Island, from radio-tracking to community science and everything in between.

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92 Bird Mimics
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92 Bird Mimics

Bird mimicry, learning and communication are helping us rethink the sounds of the bush. Dr Vicky Austin reveals the secret vocal world, including female lyrebirds.

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90 Avian Influenza
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90 Avian Influenza

Dr Michelle Wille gives a gentle explanation about how avian influenza HPAI is affecting wild birds and what steps are being taken to prepare for outbreaks in Australia.

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89 Brush-turkeys
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89 Brush-turkeys

Dr Ann Göth describes the hidden life of Australian Brush-turkeys, from their nesting mounds to their city adventures, and why they deserve more of our respect.

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87 Where Song Began
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87 Where Song Began

Tim Low, author of Where Song Began, shares how Australia shaped the evolution of songbirds. He also explains why birds remain one of the best storytellers of place.

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85 Pigeons and Doves
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85 Pigeons and Doves

Sean Dooley from BirdLife Australia explains why Australian pigeons and doves deserve more love, and how birdwatchers can help track them through the Aussie Bird Count.

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79 Latham’s Snipe
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79 Latham’s Snipe

Scientist Birgita Hansen reveals the secret and remarkable life of the Latham’s Snipe, a wetland-loving, long-distance shorebird migrant.

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77 Plains-wanderer
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77 Plains-wanderer

Discover the quirks of the rare Plains-wanderer. Chris Hartnett from Zoos Victoria chats about its unique appearance, behaviours and genetics.

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75 Kites
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75 Kites

Learn about Australia's four kite bird species through the eyes of 10-year-old Edward in this fun and family-friendly episode.

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74 Eastern Yellow Robin
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74 Eastern Yellow Robin

Learn about the life of the Eastern Yellow Robin and discover what makes this bird so special, from behaviours to genetics, with ornithologist Lana Austin.

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73 Eastern Osprey
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73 Eastern Osprey

Enter the world of the Eastern Osprey and the citizen science projects helping us understand this bird of prey, with birder and photographer Pip Grant-Taylor.

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