The Field Ornithology Group of Sri Lanka, established in 1976 is a non-profit, non-governmental organization attached to the Department of Zoology, University of Colombo.
An organization dedicated towards birding, ornithology, and conservation of nature, FOGSL provides a platform on which people from all wakes of life interact. FOGSL also aims to establish and strengthen links with similar organizations in foreign countries.
Arriving Migrants Survey
Dear Bird Enthusiasts, Migratory birds have already started arriving in Sri Lanka for the 2023-2024 migratory season with the observation of Common Sandpiper in the 3rd week of July.Therefore we expect other migrants to be arriving in the coming weeks. Hence it would...
Our Activities
Education
Official newsletter of field ornithology group of sri lanka since 1990. After few years of silence, Malkoha takes flight again as an online publication. Stay tuned with Malkoha for all fogsl events, project updates and research findings. We are also pleased to feature creative articles, observations, photographs from members as well.
FOG Kids
The FOG Kids program focuses on environmental education for school children from Grade 1 to Grade 6. FOG Kids program aims inculcate a sense of responsibility for conservation and to impart scientific education at an early age. To accomplish this goal, various events are placed throughout the calendar year including a lecture series, field visits and workshops. These children will be exposed to birding techniques as well as basic wildlife skills.
Our Work
Workshops
Workshops are conducted on an year-round basis and focus on building fundamental birding skills and field work. A total number of 3 workshops are conducted annually. Each of these is set in different environments and present new challenges to an amateur birder.
Field Visits
Field Visits are conducted throughout the year. The main objective of field visits is for FOGSL members to engage in birding and field activities. Different parts of the country is visited by these excursions and they provide an unforgettable experience to our members.
Research & Conservation
FOGSL has contributed towards both local and global research. Research activities are undertaken regarding a wide range of topics. Conservation efforts have also been a focal part of what FOGSL is about. Several national projects have been initiated to protect and conserve many sensitive and degrading natural ecosystems.
FOGSL has contributed towards both local and global research. Research activities are undertaken regarding a wide range of topics. Conservation efforts have also been a focal part of what FOGSL is about. Several national projects have been initiated to protect and conserve many sensitive and degrading natural ecosystems.
Urban Wetland Project
The Urban Wetland Conservation Project is an initiative from FOGSL aimed at conserving urban wetlands. Urban wetlands are an important ecological habitat for a number of species, especially birds. Urban wetlands located in tropical countries attract a high number of bird species many of which are under threat from human activity.
From Malkoha
Impact of plantation on forest bird movements
Understanding how birds move through different kinds of agriculture and agroforestry is essential for conserving these species and associated biodiversity. Translocation experiments – in which abird is temporarily moved from its territory, tracked as it returns, with...
Miscellaneous notes on seabirds comments on observation
A single White-cheeked Tern (WCT) was recorded by me at Galle Buck, Colombo on 13 March 1983. The Field Ornithology Group of Sri Lanka (FOGSL) accepted my sighting as the first record of the species from Sri Lanka and included the WCT in its checklists and...
Himalayan crossing of sri lankan brown-headed gulls
It is with great excitement that we announce the second Himalayan crossing of a tagged bird of our Central Asian Flyway (CAF) migration tracking project in Sri Lanka. After witnessing the trans-Himalayan crossing of our first tagged Brown-headed Gull (හිම කුමාරි...
Education
Bird density of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has been known as a birding hotspot. Acting as a winter destination for migratory birds and it’s own host of avian residents, Sri Lanka represents a wonderful opportunity for birders to get up close with these animals.
Library
FOGSL Library, is one of the best libraries for ornithology and environmental conservation related references including research publications, magazines, books and reports. Library is open for all the FOGSL members who see deep knowledge as well as current updates on ornithology and environment conservation.
Publications
FOGSL has a rich history of publications. From field guides to children books, we have published a large number of works from local authors.
FOG SL Shop
Visit our fogsl merchandise shop for field guides, t shirts and various souvenir items. Every purchase support our conservation projects.
