# Institute of Avian Research "Vogelwarte Helgoland"

> research institute in Wilhelmshaven, Germany

**Wikidata**: [Q879943](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q879943)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heligoland_Bird_Observatory)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/institute-of-avian-research-vogelwarte-helgoland

## Summary
The Institute of Avian Research "Vogelwarte Helgoland" is a research institute located in Wilhelmshaven, Germany that specializes in ornithological research. Founded in 1910, it operates the Heligoland Bird Observatory and conducts scientific studies on birds and their ecosystems.

## Key Facts
- Founded in 1910 (inception: value: 1910, references: [{'P143': 'Q48183'}])
- Located in Rüstersiel, Wilhelmshaven, Germany (location: Rüstersiel, located_in: Wilhelmshaven)
- Coordinates: 53.564511111111°N, 8.1082805555556°E (coordinates: value: {'lat': 53.564511111111, 'lon': 8.1082805555556})
- ISNI: 0000000121845975 (isni: value: 0000000121845975)
- GND ID: 2014387-4 (gnd_id: 2014387-4)
- ROR ID: 0309m1r07 (ror_id: 0309m1r07)
- Instance of: research institute, bird observatory (instance_of: research institute, bird observatory)
- Also known as: IfV, Heligoland Bird Observatory, IAR, Institut für Vogelforschung (aliases: IfV, Institute of Avian Research "Vogelwarte Helgoland", Heligoland Bird Observatory, IAR, Institut für Vogelforschung)
- Has part: Heligoland Bird Observatory (has_part(s): Heligoland Bird Observatory)

## FAQs
### Q: When was the Institute of Avian Research "Vogelwarte Helgoland" founded?
A: The institute was founded in 1910, as indicated by the inception date in the structured properties.

### Q: Where is the Institute of Avian Research "Vogelwarte Helgoland" located?
A: The institute is located in Rüstersiel, Wilhelmshaven, Germany at coordinates 53.564511111111°N, 8.1082805555556°E.

### Q: What is the relationship between the Institute of Avian Research "Vogelwarte Helgoland" and the Heligoland Bird Observatory?
A: The Institute of Avian Research "Vogelwarte Helgoland" has the Heligoland Bird Observatory as one of its parts, but they are also listed as different entities in the structured properties.

## Why It Matters
The Institute of Avian Research "Vogelwarte Helgoland" plays a crucial role in ornithological research and bird conservation in Germany. As one of the oldest bird research institutes, it has contributed significantly to the understanding of bird migration patterns, species behavior, and ecosystem dynamics. The institute's long-standing presence, dating back to 1910, provides a valuable historical perspective on avian population changes over time. Through its work with the Heligoland Bird Observatory, it contributes to international bird monitoring programs that track global environmental changes. Its research findings help inform conservation strategies, policy decisions, and contribute to our understanding of how birds respond to climate change and habitat loss.

## Notable For
- Being one of Germany's oldest ornithological research institutes, founded in 1910
- Operating the Heligoland Bird Observatory, a specialized facility for bird observation
- Having multiple identifiers including ISNI, GND, ROR, and VIAF IDs, indicating its recognition in international research networks
- Maintaining a Wikipedia presence in multiple languages (commons, de, en, fi, sv)
- Being referenced in the Global Registry of Research Organizations (ROR) with ID 0309m1r07

## Body
### General Information
The Institute of Avian Research "Vogelwarte Helgoland" is a research institute located in Rüstersiel, Wilhelmshaven, Germany. Founded in 1910, it has been operating for over a century, making it one of the oldest bird research institutes in the country. The institute specializes in ornithology and operates the Heligoland Bird Observatory, which is listed as one of its parts.

### Identification and Classification
- Instance of: research institute, bird observatory
- Also known as: IfV, Heligoland Bird Observatory, IAR, Institut für Vogelforschung
- ISNI: 0000000121845975
- GND ID: 2014387-4
- ROR ID: 0309m1r07
- VIAF ID: 150744899
- Freebase ID: /m/0b6hm56
- Kallías ID: KS00126634
- Ringgold ID: 39037

### Location and Contact
- Location: Rüstersiel, Wilhelmshaven, Germany
- Coordinates: 53.564511111111°N, 8.1082805555556°E
- Website: http://www.ifv-vogelwarte.de/

### Digital Presence
- Wikipedia title: Heligoland Bird Observatory
- Wikipedia languages: commons, de, en, fi, sv
- Commons category: Institut für Vogelforschung "Vogelwarte Helgoland"
- Museum digital ID: 1117
- Library of Congress authority ID: n94102499
- Grid ID: grid.461686.b

### Research and Organization
- Research focus: ornithology, bird migration, bird conservation
- Has part: Heligoland Bird Observatory
- Different from: Heligoland Bird Observatory
- Gepris organization ID: 10547
- Site link count: 5

## References

1. Virtual International Authority File
2. GRID Release 2017-04-04
3. Aligned ISNI and Ringgold identifiers for institutions
4. GERiT