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Garden feeders are a great way to watch birds and offer fantastic opportunities to discover wildlife up close....

Watching birds at the feeder

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Birds are not only found in woods, fields, meadows and mountains. Many species can be observed in your own back garden....

Birds in the garden

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Birds are not only found in woods, fields, meadows and mountains. Many species penetrate deep into cities and towns....

Birds in urban areas

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.

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The Visitor centre is open according to the opening hours.
According to the decision of the Federal Council from December 3rd, the Covid certification for all visitors aged 16 and over, as well as wearing a face mask for all visitors aged 12 and over are mandatory.
Thank you for your understanding.

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