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Western Field Ornithologists (WFO) is a vibrant, inclusive community for anyone passionate about birds—whether you're a professional ornithologist, a young birder, a student researcher, or someone who simply enjoys birding.
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From the President: The New WFO Website!
A dedicated task force organized by the Board recently tackled a full overhaul of the WFO website, which hadn’t had
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Western Birds and the role of low-impact journals in conservation
A 2025 publication in the journal Conservation Biology by Jonathan Choi and colleagues recently caught our attention. The publication, titled
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Meet Angela Tidmore, Western Birds’ Editorial Intern
Due to the incredible fundraising efforts of our Giving Tuesday campaign in 2025, WFO has been able to expand support
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Between Birds and the Bard
Ashland is truly a place where birds, landscapes, science, and the arts come together in remarkable ways. Nestled in the
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Western Birds
Western Birds presents papers that contribute significantly to the scientific literature and that are useful and accessible to professional and amateur field ornithologists. The journal welcomes contributions from professional and amateur scientists alike.
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