The City of Melbourne is recruiting budding birdwatchers to take part in a citizen science project this Spring, which aims to improve the habitat of the Superb Fairy-wren.
Bird enthusiasts of all ages can sign up for a 15-minute ‘wren-watch’ at one of 50 survey areas in Royal Park – gathering data on sightings of the colourful bird via an app.
Information collected will enhance Council’s understanding of where the little birds prefer to live and forage in the Parkville area and inform strategic vegetation planning to improve the survival of local birdlife and the quality of habitat around the city.
The Superb Fairy-wren was voted Australian bird of the year in 2021. They are easily identified by their small, round body and long upright tail. Adult breeding males have bright blue and black plumage, while non-breeding adult males and females have greyish brown plumage.
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