Join Ornithologist Dr David Paton AM and the Bio·R team for a fun, engaging and informative bird banding session at Cygnet Park Sanctuary on Kangaroo Island this September.

Bird banding involves fitting bands with unique numbers onto the legs of wild birds. Once banded, the lives of individual birds can be tracked through time. We use this technique to help inform us as to how birds are using revegetated woodland habitats in South Australia. Learn more about bird banding.

Please note, there is a maximum of 20 people per session. Tickets are $10 + GST.

When:

Session 1: Sunday 29th September, 7:30 am - 09:00 am
Session 2: Sunday 29th September, 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Where:

Bird banding will be held at Cygnet Park Sanctuary, Kangaroo Island.

Please use the double gates on Ropers Road (50 meters south of 90 Ropers Road) and park at the shed. A Bio·R team member will be waiting to direct you to the bird banding site.

What to bring:

Boots for walking and pants for leg protection
Other clothing appropriate for the weather
Sun protection (hat and sunscreen), sufficient water, snacks & lunch and a backpack to carry your things

Please note:

There will be walking involved, so good shoes and a backpack are recommended

We look forward to seeing you there!

These community bird banding opportunities have been partially funded by Inspiring South Australia, through a 2024 Community Science Engagement and Science Communication Grant.