Garden Route Birds

Garden Route Birds Dedicated to the birds of the beautiful Garden Route in South Africa. THE BIRDS NEED YOUR HELP! We are in desperate need of bird feeders and homes.

We aim to provide interesting and truthful information through a fun and interactive page where you can all share and enjoy the birds with us

A great book, full of stories from the field, coming out soon!
25/08/2025

A great book, full of stories from the field, coming out soon!

A few months ago the new Red Data Book for birds in southern Africa came out, which our Conservation Director Dr Mark Brown contributed too - and today we get to share news of another book coming out - Birds on the Brink, which Mark has also been a contributor too. This awesome book, coming out in September, tells the stories of those working to study and conserve the Red Data Book species we have. mark has four stories in the book, on Karoo Korhaan, Knysna Woodpecker, Mangrove Kingfisher and Neergard's Sunbird.

BirdLife South Africa has a great pre-order special - get yourself a copy here: https://shop.birdlife.org.za/product/birds-on-the-brink/

Some great data from our region.
25/08/2025

Some great data from our region.

15/07/2025
Please share as widely as possible - the more people reporting to the Stranding Network the better chances we have to as...
30/04/2025

Please share as widely as possible - the more people reporting to the Stranding Network the better chances we have to assist animals in distress and collect valuable data.

27/09/2024

Important Reminder: Baby Owls Learning to Fly 🦉⚠️

As spotted eagle baby owl season begins, you may come across young owls on the ground. Please understand that this is a normal part of their development - they’re learning to fly. Unless they are in immediate danger (like being near a road, predators, or unsafe environments), they should not be picked up or removed from their natural surroundings.

Intervening unnecessarily can disrupt their growth and separate them from their parents, who are often nearby, keeping a watchful eye. While it may be distressing to see them grounded, it’s important to resist acting based on emotion. Removing baby owls from the wild can do more harm than good.

If you are ever unsure about what to do, please reach out to us for guidance before taking action. Let’s work together to protect these owls and ensure their safety.

23/12/2023

GARDEN ROUTE NEWS -  A long-term...

22/12/2023
WHO'S YOUR FAVOURITE?We just LOVE these hoodies and t-shirts! There are 37 species to choose from, available in mens, la...
21/09/2023

WHO'S YOUR FAVOURITE?
We just LOVE these hoodies and t-shirts! There are 37 species to choose from, available in mens, ladies, and kids. Many of our gorgeous Garden Route Birds are featured, so tell us which on you're buying first! Check out the full range on their website https://shop.firefinchapp.com/collections/all

14/09/2023
Amazing to see these majestic birds in our bay! Big thanks to Plett Tourism for hosting another fabulous Plett Ocean Fes...
06/07/2023

Amazing to see these majestic birds in our bay! Big thanks to Plett Tourism for hosting another fabulous Plett Ocean Festival!

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