The American Arachnological Society (AAS) is a scientific organization founded in 1972 in order to promote the study of
arachnids by seeking to achieve closer cooperation and understanding between amateur and professional
arachnologists
Arachnology is the science, scientific study of arachnids, which comprise spiders and related invertebrates such as scorpions, Pseudoscorpionida, pseudoscorpions, Opiliones, harvestmen, Tick, ticks, and mites. Those who study spiders and other a ...
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
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