Welcome to the Swiss Ornithological Institute in Sempach

As a non-profit foundation sponsored by the public we are engaged in research and conservation projects and launch information campaigns in support of our native birds.

• a non-profit foundation supported by the public
• the largest private field research institute in Switzerland
• an enquiry and counselling office for the public, media and authorities

The Swiss Ornithological Institute works out and provides...

• scientific facts in ornithology
• arguments for the conservation of birds and their habitats
• the basic principles for a nature-friendly agriculture and forestry

Our partners...

• Together with farmers, foresters and public authorities, we aim at promoting nature in agricultural landscapes and in forests and we evaluate the success of measures taken in favour of nature.
• We closely collaborate with conservation organisations to make sure that nature benefits from the existing knowledge and law.
• A variety of foundations and sponsors provide indispensable and generous support.