Marsh Awards for Ornithology


The five Marsh Awards for Ornithology are among over 40 Marsh Awards issued in the United Kingdom by the Marsh Christian Trust and the British Trust for Ornithology, in the field of ornithology.

The Marsh Award for Ornithology

For an ornithologist who is making a significant contribution to the field, typically someone who gained a PhD between ten and twenty years prior to the award being made.
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For a bird club or group that publishes a book, completes a study or conducts any other exceptional activity in the preceding calendar year that advances knowledge about birds.
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An important contribution which takes forward our understanding of avian ecology or conservation science. Introduced in 2012.
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An individual scientist whose work on the international stage has had significant influence on British ornithology, especially as reflected in the work of BTO scientists and volunteers. Introduced in 2013.
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An individual under the age of 18 who has/have made a significant contribution to BTO bird monitoring schemes and shared this information with their peers.
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