The story
Founded by Brian John Marples and Geoffrey Armstrong Buddle on May 24, 1940.1
Private company
Ornithological Society of New Zealand
New Zealand ornithological research organisation
The Ornithological Society of New Zealand (OSNZ), also known as Birds New Zealand and BirdsNZ, is a non-profit organisation dedicated to the study of birds and their habitats in the New Zealand region. Founded in 1940, it caters to a wide variety of people interested in the birds of the region, from professional ornithologists to casual birdwatchers.2 It was founded by Brian John Marples and Geoffrey Armstrong Buddle.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0
Last updated Oct 21, 2026.
Overview
May 24, 1940Founded1
- Websiteosnz.org.nz
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The Ornithological Society of New Zealand (OSNZ), also known as Birds New Zealand and BirdsNZ, is a non-profit organisation dedicated to the study of birds and their habitats in the New Zealand region. Founded in 1940, it caters to a wide variety of people interested in the birds of the region, from professional ornithologists to casual birdwatchers.2
Leadership
Who has led Ornithological Society of New Zealand, and when. Pick a name to see everywhere that person has worked.
- FounderBrian John Marples1
- FounderGeoffrey Armstrong Buddle1
Timeline
- May 24, 1940Founded Founded1
Links
- Websiteosnz.org.nz1
- WikipediaOrnithological Society of New Zealand
- WikidataQ7103645
Sources
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