Bird count
New Zealand Garden Bird Survey
New Zealand Garden Bird Survey: next dates not yet announced. New Zealand's annual winter garden bird count.
New Zealand's annual winter garden bird count. The 2026 survey was the 20th.
It is organised by Manaaki Whenua – Landcare Research (now part of the Bioeconomy Science Institute). Birbs is not involved in running it — the details below are taken from the organiser's own site, which has the final word.
When is the next New Zealand Garden Bird Survey?
The next dates have not been announced by Manaaki Whenua – Landcare Research (now part of the Bioeconomy Science Institute) yet. Late June to early July each year.
The last New Zealand Garden Bird Survey was held on 27 June – 5 July 2026.
How to take part
- Choose one hour on one day during the survey period.
- Count the birds in your garden using the tally sheet.
- Submit your results online.
Get ready on Birbs
- Birds of New Zealand — the species recorded there
- Identify a Bird — narrow down a bird you are not sure of
- Identify a Bird Sound — for the ones you hear but cannot see
Official site: gardenbirdsurvey.nz
Dates and details checked against the organiser's site on 1 October 2026.