More Than a Hobby: How Birdwatching Becomes Part of How We Live

Birdwatching can begin as a hobby, but for many of us it becomes something more, shaping how we travel, connect with nature and experience the world around us.

A Birdwatcher’s Bird: Meet the Hopping Friendwing

The Hopping Friendwing, Lyferia amicalis, is a rare but increasing new bird species with a curious habit of turning up wherever birdwatchers do. Not officially recognised by science. Yet.

How to Start Birdwatching: A Beginner’s Guide in 10 Steps

There are plenty of guides on how to start birding. This one is a little different. Josh, co-founder of LYFER, shares his own perspective on getting started, what he wishes he knew, the tools that ...

In the Making: The Story Behind Two LYFER Birding Accessories

Every LYFER product has a story behind it. We believe understanding that story adds value to what you wear, carry and use. In the Making is an Avian Journal series that takes you behind the product...

How Do Birds Stay Warm in Winter?

Discover how birds stay warm in winter, from fluffing their feathers and shivering to finding shelter and entering torpor to survive the cold.

Every Nest Has a Story

Discover the story behind LYFER's Nest For Your Head beanies, from the inspiration and design process to the Portuguese makers, premium materials and craftsmanship behind every stitch.

Where Do Birds Go? Understanding Bird Migration in Australia

One season they are here, and then they are gone. Discover why birds migrate, where Australia’s migratory birds travel and some of the species making these remarkable journeys.

Creating the Endangered Range: The Orange-bellied Parrot

The LYFER Endangered Birds Range began with a simple idea: Australian endangered birds need to be part of everyday conversation, and we wanted to create the conversation starter. The range is a gro...

In the Making - The Makers Behind LYFER - Topiku Sustainable Headwear

Every LYFER product has a story behind it. It was really important to us to create products that didn’t feel like ‘merch’, but like considered pieces with a real story behind them. In the throwaway...

Monoculars vs Binoculars: What’s the Difference for Birding?

 People often ask us whether a monocular can do the job of binoculars. Here’s the simple difference, where each one works best, and why both can have a place in modern birding.