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Association of Field Ornithologists
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We have been proudly supporting professional and avocational ornithologists for more than 100 years through our grants program, peer-reviewed journal, ornithological events, Latin American outreach and more.

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Association of Field Ornithologists @fieldornith.bsky.social · Feb 3
Hello there! We are the Association of Field Ornithologists.

Here you'll find content about #ornithology; #birdconservation; #fundingopportunities; #peer-reviewpublishing; #birdresearch; #latinamericanoutreach and more!

Are you a professional or avocational field ornithologist?
🙌Welcome to AFO🙌
fieldornith.bsky.social
There is a new guest feature on our blog! [English only]. JFO author Megan Caufman shares about how she and her coauthor determined why Eastern Bluebirds experience hatching success reduction in noisy urban areas.

Blog feature: shorturl.at/qOSir
#JournalofFieldOrnithology article: shorturl.at/yf54j
NEW ON OUR BLOG! Poke, gape, or escape? Diurnal anthropogenic noise disrupts Eastern bluebird (Sialia sialis) incubation and nest attendance behavior Eastern Bluebirds are often classified as an urban-adapting species. [...] These landscapes are filled with various anthropogenic noise sources such as traffic, construction, and other forms of human activity. Eastern bluebirds willingly breed in nest boxes located in noisy areas, despite it being detrimental to their reproductive success. We hypothesized that this decrease in reproductive success is due to anthropogenic noise pollution disrupting typical incubation and nest attendance behaviors in Eastern bluebird pairs...
December 9, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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¡El llamado para recepción de propuestas para simposios, talleres y eventos especiales para nuestra conferencia AFO WOS 2026 ESTÁ ABIERTO!

La fecha límite de recepción de propuestas es 18 de enero de 2026. Información y enlaces de aplicación en afowos2026.org

#AFOrnithevents #AFOWOS2026
¡EL LLAMADO A APLICACIONES PARA SIMPOSIOS, TALLERES Y EVENTOS ESPECIALES para nuestra conferencia conjunta AFO WOS 2026 en Newport, Rhode Island, ESTÁ ABIERTO! Fecha limite para todas la aplicaciones: 18 de enero, 2026. Encuentra más informacion y los enlaces para aplicar en el sitio web. La página se actualizará constantemente a medida que nos aproximemos al evento. afowos2026.org ¡Nos vemos allí!
December 1, 2025 at 2:58 PM
fieldornith.bsky.social
The call for symposia, workshops and special events for our joint AFO WOS 2026 conference IS OPEN!

You have time to submit your proposals until January 18, 2026. Find all information and application links on the website: afowos2026.org

#AFOrnithevents #AFOWOS2026 @wilsonornithsoc.bsky.social
THE CALL FOR SYMPOSIA, WORKSHOPS AND SPECIAL EVENTS for our AFO WOS 2026 joint conference in Newport, Rhode Island, is OPEN! Deadline for all applications is January 18, 2026. Application links can be found on the conference website. The site will be constantly updated as the event grows closer. afowos2026.org We hope to see you there!
December 1, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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Después de una ronda exitosa y muy competitiva en 2025, ¡abrimos las aplicaciones para las becas Bergstrom Grants 2026!

Encuentra toda la información sobre elegibilidad e instrucciones para aplicar en nuestro sitio web: afonet.org/grants-award...

#AFOgrantsandawards
¡Está abierto el llamado para las becas Bergstrom Grants 2026! Las becas Bergstrom Grants de AFO financian investigaciones y otros proyectos que contribuyan a nuestro conocimiento de la historia natural, la ecologia y/o la conservacion de las aves que vivan en condiciones naturales. Están restringidas a no profesionales, estudiantes universitarios y candidatos de maestría que trabajen en Estados Unidos o Canadá. La fecha límite para aplicar es el 10 de febrero de 2026. El acceso a nuestro programa de becas es un beneficio para los miembros de AFO, que pueden disfrutr por solo 20 o 30 USD al año,¡junto con muchos otros beneficios! ¡Si ya eres miembro/a, recuerda renovar tu membresía antes de fin de año! ¡Consulta la información completa sobre la beca en nuestra web!
November 29, 2025 at 9:35 PM
fieldornith.bsky.social
After a very competitive and successful 2025 round, applications are open for the 2026 Bergstrom Grants!

To learn more about eligibility and application instructions, please visit our website: afonet.org/grants-award...

#AFOgrantsandawards
Applications for the 2026 Bergstrom Grantss are open! AFO's Bergstrom Grants promote question-driven research and other projects that add to our knowledge of the natural history, ecology and/or conservation of birds living under natural conditions. They are restricted to non-professionals, undergraduates, and Masters degree candidates working in the United States or Canada. Deadline for receipt of applications is February 10th, 2026. Access to our grants programs is an AFO members benefit that you can enjoy for only 20 - 30 USD annually, along with many other benefits! If already a member, be sure to renew your memberships before the end of 2025! Check out the complete grant information on our website!
November 29, 2025 at 9:13 PM
fieldornith.bsky.social
¡BÚSQUEDA LABORAL ABIERTA!

Association of Field Ornithologists busca a un/a co-editor/a en jefe para su revista #JournalofFieldOrnithology (JFO), unas de las más antiguas revistas de investigación ornitológica.

Encuentre una descripción completa del puesto en: afonet.org/co-eic-appli...
BUSQUEDA LABORAL ABIERTA El Journal of Field Ornithology busca co-editor/a en jefe Como co-editor/a en jefe, usted podrá colaborar para que JFO se vuelva cada vez más importante en el campo de la ornitología al incrementar su alcance y su impacto global. La carga laboral de estima entre 5 y 6 horas semanales. Esta posición paga una compensación anual de $7500 USD. La junta editorial actual de JFO proveerá entrenamiento y acompañará el proceso de integración a la revista. Se requiere experiencia previa como editor/a asociado/a o co-editor/a en jefe. Para aplicar a esta posición, por favor envíe una carta de presentación de 1-2 páginas y su CV antes del 7 de diciembre de 2025. En su carta de presentación incluya sus metas como co-editor/a y cómo la posición de co-editor/a ayudará en su desarrollo profesional. La fecha estimada de comienzo de actividades es el 1 de abril del 2026. La descripción completa del puesto se encuentra en nuestra pagina web.
November 14, 2025 at 11:38 PM
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We are hiring!

The Association of Field Ornithologists is looking for a co-editor-in-chief for the #JournalofFieldOrnithology, one of the longest-published research journals in Ornithology.

Would you like to be part of this publishing tradition? Learn more and apply: afonet.org/co-eic-appli...
NOW HIRING Recruiting co-Editor-in-Chief for the Journal of Field Ornithology Picture: common tern with open beak, calling and standing on marshy vegetation As co-editor-in-chief, you will be able to lead JFO in becoming increasingly important within the field of ornithology, by broadening its international scope and making a global impact. Average workload is estimated to be 5-6 hours per week. There is annual stipend compensation of $7500 for this position. JFO's current editorial board will offer training and on-boarding. Previous experience as an Associate Editor, Subject Editor or Editor-in-Chief is desired. TO apply for this position, please submit a 1-2 page cover letter and CV by DECEMBER 7, 2025. In your cover letter, please share any thoughts for your goals as an editor and how being a co-EIC would aid your professional development. The expected start date is April 1, 2026. Find a complete description of this position on our website.
November 14, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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AFO is part of the Ornithological Council, a consortium of societies that works to ensure science is incorporated into policy & serves as the collective voice of the ornithological community, among other things.

Read the bimonthly OC news brief: shorturl.at/JiFLD

#OrnithologicalCouncil
November 6, 2025 at 7:13 PM
fieldornith.bsky.social
AFO forma parte del Ornithological Council, un consorcio de sociedades que busca garantizar la aplicación de la ciencia en las decisiones políticas y sirve de vocera de la comunidad ornitológica, entre otras.

Lee el boletín aquí: shorturl.at/JiFLD

#OrnithologicalCouncil
November 6, 2025 at 7:12 PM
fieldornith.bsky.social
Nos complace anunciar a las ganadoras de la beca Skutch Keystone Grant, la beca más grande de la AFO. ¡Felicitaciones,Vanessa, Kristina y Lorena!

Lee sobre sus proyectos en nuestro blog: shorturl.at/lDMmn y aprende más sobre la beca aquí: shorturl.at/4IJ9N

#AFOgrantsandawards
October 28, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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We're very excited to announce the winners of the 2025 Skutch Keystone Grant, the largest grant we have at AFO. Congratulations, Vanessa, Kristina and Lorena!

Learn more about them: shorturl.at/lDMmn and about the grant: shorturl.at/4IJ9N

#AFOgrantsandawards
October 28, 2025 at 5:28 PM
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¡Descubre las últimas novedades en materia de ornitología! Ya salió el Volumen 96, Número 3 del #JournalofFieldOrnithology, con nuevas publicaciones de investigadores de todo el mundo.

La revista es de acceso abierto. Accede al volumen completo: journal.afonet.org/vol96/iss3/
Journal of Field Ornithology Volumen 96, Número 3 Septiembre 2025 ¡Nuestra revista es de acceso abierto! Visita journal.afonet.org para leer de manera gratuita este número y muchos más.
September 30, 2025 at 3:06 PM
fieldornith.bsky.social
Discover the latest advancements in avian research! Volume 96, Issue 3 of our #JournalofFieldOrnithology is out.

This edition features a bunch of great papers from researchers all over the world.

Our journal is open access. Explore this issue: journal.afonet.org/vol96/iss3/
September 30, 2025 at 2:57 PM
fieldornith.bsky.social
¡Nos complace anunciar los ganadores de la ronda 2025 de las becas Skutch Research Grants! Felicitaciones a todos, esperamos con ansias saber cómo avanzan sus investigaciones.

Lee más sobre los ganadores y las becas Skutch Research Grants aquí: afonet.org/2025/09/meet...

#AFOgrantsanadawards
September 23, 2025 at 7:26 PM
fieldornith.bsky.social
We are excited to announce the recipients of the 2025 Skutch Research Grants. Congratulations, everyone! We look forward to hearing how your research advances.

Learn more about our awardees and the Skutch Research Grants here: afonet.org/2025/09/meet...

#AFOgrantsandawards
September 23, 2025 at 7:24 PM
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fieldornith.bsky.social
We are BUILDING A NEW SPACE for the ornithological community to interact. The space will be shaped by the community’s needs and wants, so feel free to be creative and suggest new channels.

Learn more about how it work on the images below, and join using this link: discord.gg/dJuTXFrSYn
September 12, 2025 at 5:45 PM
fieldornith.bsky.social
We are BUILDING A NEW SPACE for the ornithological community to interact. The space will be shaped by the community’s needs and wants, so feel free to be creative and suggest new channels.

Learn more about how it work on the images below, and join using this link: discord.gg/dJuTXFrSYn
September 12, 2025 at 5:45 PM
fieldornith.bsky.social
AFO is part of the Ornithological Council, a consortium of societies that works to ensure science is incorporated into policy & serves as the collective voice of the ornithological community, among other things.

Read the bimonthly OC news brief: shorturl.at/0kVgi

#OrnithologicalCouncil
September 9, 2025 at 4:08 PM
fieldornith.bsky.social
AFO forma parte del Ornithological Council, un consorcio de sociedades que busca garantizar la aplicación de la ciencia en las decisiones políticas y sirve de vocera de la comunidad ornitológica, entre otras.

Lee el boletin bimestral de OC en nuestro blog: shorturl.at/0kVgi

#OrnithologicalCouncil
September 9, 2025 at 4:07 PM
fieldornith.bsky.social
At every AFO annual meeting, the association recognizes outstanding student presentations through the Best Student Presentation awards.

Congratulations, Will, Sarah and Matt! They all received a pass to Tracy Aviary, a pair of Vortex binos, an AFO hat and a 1-year membership.

#AFOgrantsandawards
September 4, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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wilsonornithsoc.bsky.social
In case you missed the news - last week we announced the details of our 2026 meeting! This will be a joint meeting with @fieldornith.bsky.social, to be held July 7–9 on the campus of Salve Regina University in Newport, RI. #ornithology
AFO WOS 2026
Join us on the campus of Salve Regina University.
afowos2026.org
August 11, 2025 at 9:00 PM
fieldornith.bsky.social
In case you didn't know, AFO is the owner of Avinet Research Supplies, that not only provides ethically-made mist nets and essential field supplies for researchers, but also supports plenty of science conferences through sponsorships and student awards.

Check out its online store at avinet.com !
August 20, 2025 at 8:15 PM
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Always an honor to have you in the house, Mark! We are so lucky to have you as one of our co-EICs of the JFO and loved your plenary in Ogden 🙌
thecowbirdlab.bsky.social Dr Mark E Hauber @thecowbirdlab.bsky.social · Jul 30
Honored to give a plenary at the @fieldornith.bsky.social annual meeting today!
August 14, 2025 at 5:35 PM
fieldornith.bsky.social
Some of the lovely moments we enjoyed during the three days of our past conference in Ogden, Utah!
thecowbirdlab.bsky.social Dr Mark E Hauber @thecowbirdlab.bsky.social · Aug 1
Celebrating the associate editors of JFO @fieldornith.bsky.social
August 14, 2025 at 5:34 PM
fieldornith.bsky.social
Have you heard? The AFO and the WOS are having another joint meeting!

Save the date: July 7–9 on the Salve Regina University campus, Newport, Rhode Island.

We hope to see you soon!
wilsonornithsoc.bsky.social Wilson Ornithological Society @wilsonornithsoc.bsky.social · Aug 6
It’s official: Next year we’re hosting a joint meeting with @fieldornith.bsky.social, scheduled for July 7–9 on the campus of Salve Regina University in Newport, RI! Mark your calendar, bookmark the meeting website, & check back for additional updates. We can’t wait to see you!
AFO WOS 2026
Visit the post for more.
afowos2026.org
August 7, 2025 at 6:40 PM