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THE birds are back and ready to interact at the Canberra Walk-in Aviary, says owner and manager Mick Logan.

Mick’s pleased to be welcoming people back, but says things will look a bit different, with numbers limited to a maximum of 20 visitors at any one time.

Otherwise, he says, the aviary is open as usual, although it’s not taking bookings or reservations.

“The aviary is great fun for all ages, with the chance to get up close and personal with a range of friendly, free-flying birds,” says Mick.

“While not all birds will interact with you, you get the chance to observe, up close, species of birds that otherwise would be hard to see in the wild.

“We give you a small plate of food and a tub of mealworms and you can wander around and feed the birds.”

The aviary is a 1000sqm planted walk-in enclosure that has more than 500 birds from about 65 different species from Australia and the world.

“Providing the weather is fine you can have a great time feeding the birds, taking photos or just observing our feathered friends,” Mick says.

Gold Creek Village has three other attractions, as well as cafes, gift shops and a garden centre, so it’s a great place for a day out after visiting the aviary, Mick says.

The aviary is operating its winter trading hours of 10am-4pm, with the last admission at 3.30pm. It will be open every day, including public holidays, except Christmas Day.

Canberra Walk-in Aviary, Federation Square, O’Hanlon Place, Nicholls. Call 6230 2044 or visit canberrawalkinaviary.com.au