Founded in 1922 as the New England Bird Banding Association, The Association of Field Ornithologists (AFO) is one of the world’s major societies of professional and amateur ornithologists dedicated to the scientific study and dissemination of information about birds in their natural habitats. AFO encourages the participation of amateurs in research, and emphasizes the conservation biology of birds. Members of AFO receive:
- Access to member-exclusive events and funding opportunities.
- Discounted registration for our vibrant annual meetings.
- Assistance with your animal care & field research permits through our continued participation in the Ornithological Council
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OC bimonthly news brief January-February 2023
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Latest Book Review
If there is a perfect if unintended target demographic for Flight Paths, the debut book by science writer Rebecca Heisman, it may be the members and associates of the Association of Field Ornithologists…
Scott Weidensaul, Author and researcher
Evan Jackson | AFO Book Reviews Editor
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Don’t forget to register for our upcoming AFO café this friday!
We have another AFO Café coming up on 3/31 at 4pm EDT. This month we host @rustyjaywright who will discuss the relationship between Blue Jays and Oaks. Register now to join us! https://afonet.org/events/afo-cafe/ | #scicomm #sciencecafe #ornithology
