Ornithological Society of New Zealand facts for kids
| Formation | 24 May 1940 |
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| Type | Non-profit |
| Purpose | Ornithological research |
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Birds New Zealand, also known as the Ornithological Society of New Zealand (OSNZ), is a group that loves birds! It's a non-profit organization, which means it doesn't make money for itself. Instead, it focuses on studying birds and where they live in New Zealand.
This group started way back in 1940. It's for everyone who cares about New Zealand's birds. This includes expert bird scientists and people who just enjoy watching birds in their backyard.
Birds New Zealand also puts out two magazines. One is a science journal called Notornis. The other is a news magazine, also called Birds New Zealand. They also run cool science projects, like mapping where birds live across the country.
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How Birds New Zealand Started
Birds New Zealand officially began on May 24, 1940. The first meeting was held at the Canterbury Museum. Robert Falla led this important first meeting. In 1953, the group became an official incorporated body. This means it became a legal organization.
What Birds New Zealand Aims To Do
The main goals of Birds New Zealand are to:
- Encourage and help people study birds. They especially focus on birds and their homes in New Zealand.
- Help more people learn about and enjoy birds.
- Make sure that bird studies and observations are written down and shared widely.
- Publish a special journal and other books about birds.
- Work with other groups that have similar goals.
- Help protect and manage birds. They do this by sharing information that helps make good decisions.
- Keep a library full of bird books for members to use. This helps everyone learn more about birds.
- Make sure all bird observations and studies are saved for the future.
About Notornis Journal
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Former name
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New Zealand Bird Notes |
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Abbreviated title (ISO 4)
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Notornis |
| Discipline | Ornithology |
| Edited by | Craig Symes |
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Ornithological Society of New Zealand
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Publication history
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1943–present |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
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| ISSN | 0029-4470 |
| LCCN | 67050854 |
| CODEN | NTNSAN |
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Notornis is a science journal published four times a year. Experts review all the articles before they are published. It focuses on research about birds in New Zealand and the South Pacific. This journal has been published since 1943.
New Zealand Bird Atlas Project
Birds New Zealand also runs the New Zealand Bird Atlas. This is a special project where people all over the country help. It's a citizen science project. This means everyday people help scientists gather information. They record where they see different birds. A new update for the bird atlas started in 2019.
Annual Conference
The society holds a conference every year. This is a great chance for both amateur and professional bird experts to meet. They share their newest research findings. The conference usually includes fun trips to go birdwatching in the field.
Robert Falla Memorial Award
Birds New Zealand gives out the Robert Falla Memorial Award. This award goes to people who have done a lot for the society. It also honors those who have made a big difference in studying New Zealand birds.
Notable Members
- Robert Falla, the first president
- Brian Douglas Bell, a former president
- Kerry-Jayne Wilson, a former vice-president
- Geoffrey Armstrong Buddle, a founding member
- Graham Turbott, a founding member
