Founded in 1858, the BOU is one of the world’s oldest and most respected ornithological organisations with an international membership stretching across all continents. By joining and supporting us you are supporting the wider global ornithological community. Our main activities are – IBIS – international journal of avian science Publishing papers at the forefront of ornithological research. Conferences Up to two topical events held each year. Grants and bursaries Funding ornithological research around the world. Promoting ornithology We promote anything ornithological (new papers, conferences, science news stories, etc) on Twitter and Facebook to our active online ornithology community. Supporting young researchers We support ECRs to attending BOU conferences, with bursaries and more. Publications Regional avifaunas and other titles. The British List The official list of birds in Britain.