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Research

How we monitor and study bird populations

Our commitment

Research projects

We monitor the populations of all bird species in Switzerland and their development, investigate the lifestyles and requirements of endangered bird species and research bird migration.

Research
Ecological research
We investigate the diverse interactions of birds with their environment, from individual settlement behaviour to species communities.
Research
Population Biology
We study the populations and distribution of species and species communities, as well as the factors that cause their changes across space and time.
Research
Applied research
We test and evaluate new methods to support endangered bird species.
Research
Status of bird species
We analyse and assess the situation and development of bird life in Switzerland.
Research
Bird Migration
We research migratory birds from their breeding grounds to Africa and lay the foundations for their protection beyond national borders.
Research
Human Impact
We want to understand how human influences affect the well-being, behaviour and individual fitness of birds.
Research
Monitoring
We monitor the distribution and populations of birds throughout the country.
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Projects

Our research and protection projects

Here you will find an overview of all current projects and the most important completed ones at the Ornithological Institute.

More about the projects

About us

Our commitment

As a foundation for ornithology and bird protection, we monitor native bird life, investigate the living requirements of birds and work to improve the living conditions of endangered species. The study of bird migration is also one of our main tasks. We inform the public, authorities and media about bird protection concerns and provide information on all aspects of bird life.

Our trade publications

Our knowledge of birds is noted for posterity in books, brochures and specialist articles.

To the specialist publications

A strong team

The Ornithological Institute employs experts from the fields of biology, environmental science, agriculture, forestry, veterinary medicine, communication, IT, finance, electronics, statistics and customer service.

Meet the team
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We handle the donations entrusted to us very carefully. For many years, the Swiss Ornithological Institute has carried the ZEWO seal of approval for non-profit institutions.