Run by BirdLife Australia, the count encourages people of all ages and experience levels to spend just 20 minutes counting the number of birds that they can see in their local area.
The information is then used by scientists to understand bird populations and how they are changing across Australia.
Greater Shepparton residents can participate from their backyard, local park or any of the revegetation sites across the municipality.
Last year, 15,630 birds were recorded in Greater Shepparton, contributing to both local and national monitoring and conservation efforts.
Greater Shepparton City Council has promoted the count since 2015.
Mayor Geoff Akers said the count was a simple way for people to connect with nature while contributing to important research.
“Whether you're an experienced birdwatcher or simply curious about the birds visiting your garden, everyone can take part,” Cr Akers said.
Participants must take care to observe birds from a distance and avoid sick or dead birds.
Sightings of sick or dead wild birds should be reported to the Victorian Emergency Animal Disease Watch Hotline on 1800 675 888.
If you wish to take part, register at shepp.city/birdcount, then download the free Aussie Bird Count app, choose a location and spend 20 minutes counting the birds that you see.
Participants can complete as many counts as they like throughout the week and view real time results from across Australia as submissions are received.
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