Journals

Journals

BTO has a long history of publishing well-respected, informative and accessible journals across a range of ornithological subjects, from bird ringing, migration and identification to special editions exploring critical national and global concerns such as HPAI. These journals are available to members of BTO. You can find out more about each journal on their respective landing page and read sample articles.

Bird Study

BTO's journal for high-quality papers relevant to evidence-based bird conservation and field ornithology.

Read Bird Study

Bird Study - HPAI special issue

Explores the impacts of the unprecedented recent outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI).

Read the HPAI issue

Ringing & Migration

The journal of BTO's Bird Ringing Scheme: includes papers on ringing and migration as well as the annual ringing report.

Read Ringing & Migration