Backyard Buddies is a free education initiative run by the Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife (FNPW). It gives you simple tips to transform your backyard into a safe and inviting habitat haven.
Backyard Buddies are the native plants and animals that share our urban areas, waterways, backyards and parks. Your backyard, school yard or local park is your own bit of Australian wilderness, and it’s teeming with wildlife – even if you can’t see them all the time.
You can explore, create and help our backyard buddies survive and thrive into the future. And if you’d like to take your impact even further, you can protect our backyard buddies by becoming a Habitat Hero – FNPW’s group of monthly regular supporters dedicated to safeguarding Australia’s backyard wildlife.
For over 50 years, the Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife has been protecting Australia’s natural heritage. We fund conservation projects that safeguard our native species, restore ecosystems, and support the long-term health of our landscapes through science-led, community-driven action.
By partnering with First Nations, local communities, councils, and corporate supporters, we deliver real, on-the-ground impact for Australia’s wildlife and landscapes.
In 2024, 78% of every dollar donated was invested directly into our core purpose projects – ensuring your gift goes where it’s needed most.
