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Birds
New Zealand

Welcome to Birds New Zealand / Te Kāhui Mātai Manu o Aotearoa! We are the Ornithological Society for New Zealand and our mission is to foster the study, knowledge, and enjoyment of birds. On our website, you’ll find information about joining the society, our projects, our annual conference, and a host of other birding resources. You can also locate your local group and find out about exciting events in your patch.

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2025 NZ Bird Conference – Registration now open

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© Craig McKenzie

Changes to the New Zealand Checklist

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© Matthias Dehling, New Zealand Birds Online (Great spotted kiwi Apteryx maxima)

New Funder sought for the Birds NZ Research Fund

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© Craig McKenzie

Give the gift of birds this Christmas

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Oceania Seabird Symposium New Dates and Venue!

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