Annual Meetings
The Annual Meeting is the premier gathering for ornithologists in the German-speaking world—and much more than just a professional conference. It brings together science, practical experience, and a passion for birds.
In addition to academic presentations, discussions, and the general membership meeting, the program offers plenty of opportunities for exchange and socializing: a welcome evening to settle in, poster presentations over beer and pretzels, public evening lectures, a festive social evening, and a special networking event for young ornithologists.
A highlight are the field trips, led by regional experts, which take participants to the most exciting bird habitats in the host state. This combines sound science, a sense of community, and shared experiences of nature.
Participants will not only experience ornithology at the highest level but also a vibrant, open community that inspires, connects, and motivates.
Past Events
158th DOG Annual Meeting, 2025, in Erfurt
The 158th Annual Meeting of the German Ornithological Society took place at the Erfurt University of Applied Sciences from September 17 to 21, 2025, at the invitation of the Erfurt Natural History Museum, the Thuringian Ornithologists’ Association (VTO), and the Erfurt University of Applied Sciences.
Key topics
: forest birds, polar ornithology, AI, and ornithology.
Additional symposia
: A special lecture series was held to mark the “175th Anniversary of the DOG.”
157th DO-G Annual Meeting 2024 in Vienna
The 157th Annual Meeting of the German Ornithological Society took place at BOKU in Vienna from September 18 to 22, 2024, at the invitation of the Natural History Museum Vienna (NHM Vienna) and the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU).
Key topics
: avian malaria and parasites, spatial use and connectivity, bird conservation and land use, as well as the Alpine region and bird migration
Additional symposia
: Social Aspects of Bird Species and Birdwatching, Bird Conservation in Austria (BirdLife Austria), Bird Strikes on Buildings, and a symposium organized by the Woodpecker Section
156th DO-G Annual Meeting 2023 in Augsburg
The 156th Annual Meeting of the German Ornithological Society was held at the invitation of the University of Augsburg, the Bavarian State Office for the Environment, the Bavarian State Association for Bird Protection (Landesbund für Vogelschutz in Bayern e.V.), the Ornithological Society of Bavaria e.V., and the Natural Science Association of Swabia e.V., from Wednesday, September 20 (arrival day and welcome evening) through Sunday, September 24, 2023 (field trips) at the University of Augsburg.
Key topics
: Alpine ornithology, distribution of birds amid climate and landscape change, birds of the urban landscape
154th DO-G Annual Meeting 2021 in Leipzig and Online Conference
In Leipzig, the 2020 General Assembly (GA) was held to make up for the missed meeting, and the GA for the current year was also held. Among other things, elections for the Executive Board took place. PD Dr. Swen Renner was elected as the new Secretary General, succeeding Dr. Ommo Hüppop. The new Secretary General took office immediately following the election, which was rescheduled from 2020. All other members of the Executive Board were reelected for another term.
153rd DOG Annual Meeting 2020: Online Conference
Our online conference on September 19–20, 2020, was a successful debut for us and, at the very least, a small but valuable substitute for our canceled annual meeting. At peak times, a total of approximately 100 participants followed the presentations live online.
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