The Ornithological Council is a consortium of scientific ornithological societies.

We provide extensive resources and support for ornithologists, including:

The Guidelines for the Use of Wild Birds in Research
A Guide to the Processes and Procedures for Importing Bird Products into the United State for Scientific Research and Display
The Ornithology Exchange, an online community for and about ornithology

RECENT OC NEWS:

  • January/February NewsBRIEF
    The Ornithological Council is pleased to provide this bimonthly report covering activities in January and February 2024.  Our work focuses on permits for ornithological research, animal welfare issues, and other policies that affect ornithologists and ornithological societies. We greatly appreciate your support. Please contact our Executive Director with questions or concerns about this report or about any…

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  • 2023 Annual Report
    Read about the OC’s 2023 highlights in our new annual report!
  • Nov./Dec. NewsBRIEF
    Happy New Year! The Ornithological Council is pleased to provide this bi-monthly report covering activities in November and December 2023.  Our work focuses on permits for ornithological research, animal welfare issues, research funding, and other policies that affect ornithologists and ornithological societies. We greatly appreciate your support. Please contact our Executive Director with questions or concerns about…

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