The American Arachnological Society (AAS) is a scientific organization founded in 1972 in order to promote the study of
arachnids
Arachnida () is a class of joint-legged invertebrate animals (arthropods), in the subphylum Chelicerata. Arachnida includes, among others, spiders, scorpions, ticks, mites, pseudoscorpions, harvestmen, camel spiders, whip spiders and vinegar ...
by seeking to achieve closer cooperation and understanding between amateur and professional
arachnologists
Arachnology is the scientific study of arachnids, which comprise spiders and related invertebrates such as scorpions, pseudoscorpions, and harvestmen. Those who study spiders and other arachnids are arachnologists. More narrowly, the study of sp ...
along with publication of the ''Journal of Arachnology.''
The society holds annual meetings around the United States and membership is open to all individuals who share the common objectives held by the society.
Journal
The AAS publishes the ''Journal of Arachnology''.
Selected publications
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See also
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International Society of Arachnology
The International Society of Arachnology (ISA) promotes the study of arachnids and the exchange of information among researchers in this field. It acts as an umbrella organisation for regional societies and individuals interested in spiders, and ...
References
External links
AAS Constitution
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Arachnological societies
Environmental organizations based in Rhode Island
Zoology organizations
Scientific organizations established in 1972
Learned societies of the United States