Norwegian Ornithological Society

The Norsk Ornitologisk Forening ( NOF, Norwegian Ornithological Association ) was founded in 1957. The main task of the association is the bird - and nature conservation.

Structure

The Norsk Ornitologisk Forening ( NOF ) was established in 1957 and currently has its own words, the 9000 members. The office is located in Trondheim, where the full-time staff and project staff work. Add to Different regions have regional branches and 55 local groups.

Work

As important to the NOF looks to link the Norwegian ornithologist. Over the history of nature protection concept has gained ground in the organization and the protection of habitats gained in working in importance. As a key task of the NOF looks to plead means of documentation and research for the best conditions for the local avifauna - almost as a lobbying organization for birds.

The membership magazine " Vår Fuglefauna " ( "Our avifauna " or "Our birds " ) is published four times a year. Twice a year, " Fuglevennen " ("The bird-lover " ), the material and information on the native flora and fauna and birds includes appears. The scientific journal " Ornis Norvegica ", and once a year " Ringmerkaren " ( " The bird Beringer ") announces the NOF out also. More than 200 000 birds beringen NOF members annually.

The Norsk Ornitologisk Forening ( NOF ) is a national partner of BirdLife International.