American Ornithologists' Union

The American Ornithologists' Union (AOU) is an ornithological organization in the USA. Unlike the National Audubon Society, its members are primarily professional ornithologists rather than amateur birders. It is a member of the Ornithological Council. It was founded in September 1883 by Elliott Coues, Joel Asaph Allen, and William Brewster. Its quarterly journal, The Auk, has been published since January, 1884. Other significant publications inc... more
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