George Ord was an American ornithologist and naturalist, born in 1781 and known for his contributions to the study of birds in North America. He worked closely with the famous naturalist John James Audubon and played a significant role in the publication of Audubon's "Birds of America." Ord's research helped to expand the understanding of avian species during the early 19th century. In addition to his work in ornithology, George Ord was also involved in the field of natural history and contributed to various scientific publications. He was a member of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia, where he shared his findings and collaborated with other scientists of his time.