Ecological Society of Australia

The Ecological Society of Australia Ltd (ESA) is the summit group of ecologists in Australia, with over 1500 members from all states and area. The Ecological Society of Australia has an impressive 50 year history supporting ecologist, develop ecology and ecological research. We aim to create a community of knowledge and understanding amongst ecologists, and reach out to those working in related terrain. We invite you to join us in our efforts to promote the scientific study of all living beings in relation to their environment, and inspire the application of ecological assumption in the improvement, use and conservation of Australia's natural resources.

ESA Aims:        

• To promote the objective study of all creatures in relationship to their environment.
• To advertise the application of ecological principles in the improvement, use and conservation of Australia's natural resources.
• To advise governmental and other agencies in matters where the function of ecological principles may be of assistance.
• To foster the conservation and ecological management of native biota, their diversification, ecological function, and interaction with the environment.
• To facilitate the diffusion and exchange of ideas and information about ecology both among ecologists, with other professional disciplines and the public; and encourage high expert and moral standards among our members and other ecologists.
• We do this through publications, activities and meetings.

The society supports the professional development of ecologists, advertise the role of ecologists in society and the significance of environmental issues, Promotes and coordinates ecological research.

These objectives are achieved though research activities, professional development activities, supporting the improvement of ecologists in the process of undertaking study.