The People WHO is an ornithologist? YOU are an ornithologist! If you enjoy the wild birds of Iowa, then you are one of us! No degrees, no training, no experience required. Learn More About the IOU Connect with Others Join or Renew Your Membership Iowa Bird Life - quarterly journal
The Birds 432 species of birds on the state checklist 212 of these are breeding birds. Learn More About Our Birds Iowa Checklist Iowa Rare Birds Records Committee Iowa Breeding Bird Atlas
The Places From the grasslands and prairies to the deciduous forests Our land between the Mississippi and Missouri has a variety of habitats. Our county birding guide will give you some good ideas of the best places to go birding. Iowa Hotspots Find a Location Birding by County Learn More About Where to Bird