ISSN 0959-6739 
Ornithological Society of the Middle East 
c/o The Lodge, Sandy Bedforshire SG19 2DL UK 
The Ornithological Society of the Middle East was formed in April 
1978 and is a successor to the Ornithological Society of Turkey. Its 
aims are as follows: 
1 To collect, collate and publish ornithological data on the 
birds of the Middle East 
2 To encourage an interest in and conservation of birds of 
the Middle East 
3 To develop a mutually beneficial working relationship 
with all environmental and conservation bodies and 
natural history societies in and concerned with the Middle 
East 
Membership is open to all and spans over 40 countries 
Publications Sandgrouse is the Society's journal and contains scientific 
papers on all aspects of the ornithology of the Middle East. A Bulletin 
covering all aspects of birdwatching and conservation in the Middle East 
is also issued bi-annually to all members. 
For Further details and current subscription rates, w^rite 
to: The Secretary, OSME, c/o The Lodge, Sandy, Bed- 
fordshire SG19 2DL, UK 
Charitable registration number 282938 
Advertising rates Full page £60; half page £40; quarter page £25 
