Association of Field Ornithologists

{{Short description|American ornithological society}}

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| name = Association of Field Ornithologists

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| alt = circle with words Association of Field Ornithologists around the top and date 1922 at bottom with outline map of North and South America in the center with bird flying in the foreground

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| abbreviation = AFO

| predecessor = Northeastern Bird-Banding Association

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| formation = {{Start date|1922}}

| type = NGO

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| purpose = Ornithology

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| region_served = Americas

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| language = English, Español, Português

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The Association of Field Ornithologists (AFO) is an American ornithological society, with a strong focus on field studies and banding, priding itself as serving as a bridge between professional and amateur ornithologists. It was founded in 1922 as the New England Bird Banding Association, then becoming the Northeastern Bird-Banding Association, before expanding its geographical scope and acquiring its current name. It publishes a twice-yearly newsletter, AFO Afield, as well as the quarterly Journal of Field Ornithology. The AFO is a member of the Ornithological Council.