Bird registrations
There is now a new requirement for all bird keepers, to officially register their birds.
All bird keepers must officially register their birds on the Kept Bird Register from Tuesday 1 October, regardless of how many are kept, even if they are kept as pets.
By registering, keepers will receive important updates relevant to them. This will help to manage potential disease outbreaks, such as avian influenza and Newcastle disease, and limit any spread and will help the Animal & Plant Health Agency (APHA) to manage potential disease outbreaks.
Keepers in England who are currently registered are not required to re-register.
Keepers of Psittaciformes (such as parrots, cockatiels and budgerigars) and Passriformes (such as jays and finches) do not need to register if these birds are housed on the premises fully within a dwelling or within a bird house with no access to open air or outdoor spaces.
Register over 50 birds
Register less than 50 birds