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Ornithological Applications
Ornithological Monographs
Ornithology

About

The American Ornithological Society (AOS) is an international society devoted to advancing the scientific understanding of birds, enriching ornithology as a profession, and promoting a rigorous scientific basis for the conservation of birds. As one of the world's oldest and largest ornithological societies, AOS produces scientific publications of the highest quality, hosts intellectually engaging and professionally vital meetings, serves ornithologists at every career stage, pursues a global perspective, and informs public policy on all issues important to ornithology and ornithological collections. AOS is distinguished by its tremendous collective expertise, including eminent scientists, conservation practitioners, early career innovators, and students.

AOS is undertaking new initiatives to attract diversity in the profession; assist students, early professionals and international members; and address the needs of scientists, academics, and conservation professionals in advancing ornithological knowledge across the globe. The society is redoubling past efforts to prepare future generations of scientists and conservation leaders through a multi-dimensional approach that integrates science, new technologies, public policy, and citizen outreach; works with other ornithological and scientific communities; and collaborates with local, state, federal, and international government entities.

AOS publishes two international journals, The Auk: Ornithological Advances and The Condor: Ornithological Applications, which are among the highest-ranked ornithology journals worldwide in terms of impact factor. AOS also publishes the book series Studies in Avian Biology. The society’s checklists serve as the accepted authority for scientific nomenclature and English names of birds in North and Middle America and in South America. AOS also sponsors The Birds of North America Online in partnership with the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology.

AOS provides a professional home for ornithologists and supports members at every career stage, from undergraduate years through retirement. Learn about the benefits of becoming a member.