Ornithology

Ornithology is the scientific study of birds. The word comes from the Greek words ornis meaning "bird" and logos meaning "study". Ornithology is a branch of zoology that concerns the study of birds.

History[edit | edit source]

The history of ornithology largely reflects the trends in the history of biology, such as the shift from descriptive natural history to the experimental study of function and the emergence of molecular biology.

Branches of ornithology[edit | edit source]

Ornithology has a wide range of branches including the study of behaviour, ecology, anatomy and physiology, and systematics and taxonomy.

Behaviour[edit | edit source]

The study of bird behaviour is a major focus of ornithological research. This includes the study of bird migration, mating systems, and feeding behaviour.

Ecology[edit | edit source]

Bird ecology studies the relationships of birds with their environment. This includes the study of bird populations and communities, as well as their interactions with other species.

Anatomy and physiology[edit | edit source]

The study of bird anatomy and physiology includes the study of bird flight, respiration, and reproduction.

Systematics and taxonomy[edit | edit source]

The study of bird systematics and taxonomy involves the classification and naming of bird species.

Importance of ornithology[edit | edit source]

Ornithology has a number of practical applications. It can help in the conservation of bird species, the control of pests, and the spread of diseases that birds can carry to humans.

See also[edit | edit source]

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