Manawa Karioi Bush Bird Survey
Manawa Karioi Bush Bird Survey
Sunday 29 June, 1–3pm
Meet at: Main Info Board, Tapu te Ranga Marae carpark (Danube St entrance)
Bring: Warm clothes, sturdy shoes, drink/snack, survey sheet (if printed), pen/pencil, binoculars (if you have them)
Optional: Bird guide, printed map of sites, light camping chair
Join us for a fun, family-friendly afternoon helping count manu as part of the NZ Garden Bird Survey, now in its 18th year! Together, we’ll build a picture of the birds living in and around Manawa Karioi.
Kaka photographed at Zealandia near their feeding stations. Kaka visit Manawa Karioi on occasion.
Before Survey Day
Learn about the survey: gardenbirdsurvey.nz/results/report-2024
Download the survey form (2 pages, colour recommended): includes photos to help ID birds
Get familiar with likely birds: Tūī, Pīwakawaka (Fantail), Kererū, Kākā, Tauhou (Silvereye), Kāruhiruhi (Pied shag), and more
Check out the online survey site map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/qr3RtEPHMzimx2Du5
Choose a site that suits your group – from scenic hilltops to easy-access spots near the track entranceForm a group (up to 5) or turn up solo – all welcome!
Pipiwharauroa spotted at Manawa Karioi
On the Day
Dress warm – you’ll be still for an hour
Meet at 1pm at the Danube St entrance/info board for site assignments, a short briefing, and help with the survey form
If heading to a top entrance (e.g. Quebec St) by car, please still check in at the info board first, then walk back up
Survey takes 1 hour + time to get to and from your site
Some sites are close by, others up to 20 mins walk
Return your results online or hand your tally sheet to a Kōmiti member after your count
Feeling energetic? Ross will have some harakeke ready to plant after!
Let’s enjoy the birds, the bush, and each other’s company. See you there!
