Conservation Conferences

24 upcoming conferences

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Ecological Society of America

The largest annual gathering of ecologists in North America, with 3,000–4,000 attendees. Covers all ecology subfields: community ecology, ecosystem ecology, macroecology, conservation, global change biology, and more. Typically held in early August.

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British Ecological Society

The flagship annual conference of the BES, attracting 1,000+ ecologists from across the UK and internationally. Covers all ecology disciplines with themed symposia, workshops, and career development sessions. Typically held in mid-December.

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Society for Conservation Biology

Annual North American meeting of the Society for Conservation Biology, covering conservation science, policy, and practice. Strong focus on applied ecology, threatened species, and landscape conservation.

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Society for Conservation Biology

The world's foremost international conference on conservation biology, held biennially in different global regions. Brings together 2,000+ conservation scientists, practitioners, and policymakers. Covers biodiversity, threatened species, conservation policy, and applied ecology.

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Elsevier / International ecological organisations

Biennial international congress focusing on ecological complexity, sustainability, and resilience. Brings together ecologists, environmental scientists, and sustainability researchers for cross-disciplinary dialogue.

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World Congress of Herpetology

The premier international meeting for herpetologists, held every four years. Covers amphibian and reptile biology, ecology, evolution, behaviour, and conservation. Attracts researchers from over 80 countries.

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International Ornithological Committee

The world's most prestigious ornithological meeting, held every four years. Brings together 2,000+ bird biologists covering avian ecology, evolution, migration, physiology, and conservation.

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New Zealand Ecological Society

Annual meeting of the New Zealand Ecological Society covering all ecology disciplines with particular strengths in island ecology, invasive species, forest ecology, and conservation in Aotearoa.

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International Association for Ecology (INTECOL)

The world's largest ecology congress, held every four years. Brings together thousands of ecologists from every subdiscipline and all world regions. A landmark event in the ecological calendar.

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WSU

Biennial Congress Cape Town seabird ecology marine biology ornithology bird conservation Oct 4 – Oct 9 · 5d away

Megafauna Conservation Alliance

Annual Meeting Serengeti megafauna elephant ecology predator conservation large herbivores Oct 5 – Oct 9 · 6d away

Białowieża Ecology Conference / European Mustelid Colloquium

The 36th European Mustelid Colloquium, held in Europe's last primeval lowland forest. Brings together ~100 researchers to share work on mustelid ecology (weasels, martens, otters, badgers) and broader carnivore conservation. Combines field excursions in the UNESCO World Heritage Białowieża Forest with scientific sessions.

Biennial Congress Białowieża, Poland ecology conservation mammalogy Oct 6 – Oct 9 · 7d away

World Wildlife Fund / The Nature Conservancy

Annual Meeting San Jose conservation strategy biodiversity ecosystem protection sustainable development Oct 12 – Oct 16 · 13d away

International Indigenous Policy Forum

Annual Meeting Cairns indigenous conservation traditional knowledge land management co-management Oct 12 – Oct 16 · 13d away

Society for Marine Mammalogy

26th Biennial Conference on the Biology of Marine Mammals, hosted by the Society for Marine Mammalogy in San Juan, Puerto Rico — the first time the conference has been held in Latin America. Theme: "One Ocean, One Future: Advancing Marine Mammal Science for Ecosystem Health." Covers marine mammal ecology, behaviour, physiology, conservation, and management.

Biennial Congress San Juan, Puerto Rico marine mammals marine ecology conservation wildlife biology Oct 19 – Oct 23, 2026

Coastal Zone Foundation

Annual Meeting Miami coastal management marine conservation beach ecology human impacts Oct 19 – Oct 23, 2026

International Mountain Society

Annual Meeting Kathmandu alpine ecology mountain conservation high altitude species climate impacts Oct 20 – Oct 25, 2026

Asian Ecological Society

Biennial Congress Bangkok Asian ecology tropical ecology conservation biodiversity environmental science Nov 2 – Nov 6, 2026

Convention on Biological Diversity

Biennial Congress Montreal biodiversity policy species protection ecosystem conservation environmental policy Nov 9 – Nov 21, 2026

Marine Conservation International

Annual Meeting Barcelona marine ecology ocean conservation fisheries coral reefs sea life Nov 9 – Nov 13, 2026