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The South Dakota Ornithologists’ Union (SDOU), established in 1949, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the study, appreciation, and conservation of birds in South Dakota. It serves as a network for both amateur birdwatchers and professional ornithologists, fostering interest in birdlife through field observation, research, and educational initiatives. The Union publishes South Dakota Bird Notes, a quarterly journal that documents bird sightings, research findings, and seasonal activity across the state. It also maintains an official state bird list and oversees a Rare Bird Records Committee to verify unusual observations. Through regular meetings, field trips, and conservation grants, the SDOU has contributed significantly to the understanding and preservation of South Dakota’s avian biodiversity.