The rivers and wetlands of the Murray­­–Darling Basin are intimately linked to the livelihoods of hundreds of Australians.

But it’s not just people who depend on a healthy Basin.

The Murray­­–Darling Basin is a rich and complex ecosystem that supports a unique array of wildlife, including hundreds of bird species.

From wetlands to woodlands, the birds of the Basin all rely on a healthy river system to survive.

In 2012, our governments committed to a Murray­­–Darling Basin Plan that strived to provide both communities and wildlife with enough water, but now that Plan is under threat.

Our birdlife are at risk of losing the water they need to survive, at a time when so many of these species are already experiencing dramatic declines.

Sign our petition calling on Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull to stand strong on the Murray Darling Basin Plan and stand up for the birds of the Basin.

Read more about the birds of the Murray Darling Basin here.

Image: Red-necked Avocets by Chris Purnell

By signing this petition, you're showing your support for communities and birds that depend on a healthy basin.

To see more of the community petitions that make up our unified movement of support for the basin, visit www.change.org/m/murray