Birdwatching in Ubud and beyond: Discovering the island beyond Its Familiar Attractions

 There's another side to Bali waiting to be discovered through its birds. From the rice fields of Ubud and cool mountain forests to the extraordinary conservation story of the Bali Myna, we explore...

Birding Together: The Social Culture of Birdwatching

Explore the social side of birdwatching, from Australian birding groups and community walks to shared birding tours, holidays and new friendships.

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.

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...

A Brief History of the Bird Field Guide, And Why We Still Reach For It

If you’ve spent any time birding, you’ve probably held a field guide in your hands, flicking through pages trying to match a fleeting moment while a bird frolics in the trees before you. Even now, ...

10 Questions Everyone Still Asks About Birds - Answered!

Where do birds go at night? Why do they sing in the morning? We answer 10 of the most searched bird questions with clear, accurate and curious insights.

Birding Isn’t Becoming a Lifestyle. It Already Is.

If you’ve spent a bit of time reading recent headlines, you’ll notice a consistent and recurring conversation. Bird-watching is being rediscovered, it’s the latest thing being taken up by a younger...

A night with the Plains-wanderer

Our encounter with the endangered Plains-wanderer with Phil Maher.

SPECIAL EVENT: Beaks & Barrels 2025 - SATURDAY 1st NOVEMBER 2025

We're excited to announce a first for LYFER in the event space.  Pfeiffer Wines have asked us to be part of their first ever Beaks & Barrels event, combining two passions into one unique event....