AOS - Albanian Ornithological Society

AOS - Albanian Ornithological Society is rated 3 out of 5 in the category environmental services. Read and write reviews about AOS - Albanian Ornithological Society. Albanian Ornithological Society (AOS) is an Albanian NGO founded in March 2015 that aims to provide for a sustainable and consistent framework environment for birds through conserving biodiversity and restoring and protecting wildlife and its natural habitats. AOS is a conservation non-governmental organization for the protection of birds and their habitats in Albania. AOS, supported by its members including journalists, ornithologists, biologists, students, researchers and young ornithologists, has been very active in its dedication for the conservation and enhancement of birds and their critical habitats in Albania and in the Balkan region. Among different responsibilities in nature research and conservation, AOS is the coordinating body for European Breeding Birds Atlas 2 in Albania, for International Waterbird Census in Albania, its members are long-time contributors to several BirdLife reviews for birds in Albania etc. Mission To identify and provide practical, theoretical, institutional and legal alternatives for long-term solutions in the protection and enhancement of bird community and their critical habitats, biodiversity, nature and environment in Albania and to work closely with all the stakeholders for the sustainable use of natural resources. Our objectives In order to achieve this mission, AOS has the following objectives • To prevent the extinction of bird species and to improve their conservation status in Albania, • To preserve and enhance bird habitats, bird ecosystems and Important Bird Areas in the country, • To support the interested parties and contributing to the improvement of the quality of life through sustainable use of natural resources.