San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory - San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory

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SCIENCE. EDUCATION. OUTREACH.

For 40 years, SFBBO’s mission has been to conserve birds and their habitats through science and outreach. Our nonprofit's team of biologists and ecologists conduct research to better understand our local bird populations, study and restore their habitats, and share our data with other scientists, policymakers, community leaders, and Bay Area residents who use the data to preserve the beauty and biodiversity of our region. We also do outreach by engaging hundreds of volunteers each year in community science projects and offer opportunities for the public to enjoy birds and learn about conservation.

Read more about our latest news, our science, our impact, and how to get involved below. For the latest news about SFBBO see our blog and sign up to receive our monthly e-newsletter, Wingbeat.

LATEST NEWS

Become a Member

Help us conserve birds and habitats by becoming an SFBBO Member

Upcoming Outreach Events

Check out our upcoming events, including our Birdy Hour talks.

Waterbird Job Openings

We have three job openings in our waterbird program.

MORE ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS

OUR SCIENCE

Coyote Creek Field Station Bird Banding Research

Plover and Tern Recovery Program and Research

Tidal Marsh Restoration and Research

Avian Use of Bay Area Salt Ponds Research

Colonial Waterbird Nest Monitoring Research

California Gull Bay Area Nest Survey Research

Avian Disease Prevention Slough Survey Program

Annual Bay Area Shorebird Survey Research

San Francisco Bay Phalarope Survey Research

Burrowing Owl Research and Habitats

OUR IMPACT

Conduct Science

We conduct science to understand our local bird populations and support the habitats they need.

Share Our Data

We share our data with resource managers, other scientists, and policy makers.

Educate People

We educate the public about avian science and conservation and engage volunteers in our work.

GET INVOLVED

Volunteer

Share your talents and enthusiasm for birds and nature as a member of our volunteer team.

Join an Event

Explore birds and the Bay Area with SFBBO. Sign up for one of our virtual or in-person events.

Give

Leave a legacy for Bay Area birds and communities by making a donation today.