The Ordem dos Biólogos (OdB) is a professional body for biologists, primarily those working in Portugal.
[1] Any citizen with accredited degree and professional activity in biology (or other specific related fields covered by its statutes) within Portugal, is required by law to be affiliated with the Ordem dos Biólogos.
As the professional body representing biologists, the Ordem dos Biólogos is frequently consulted on biological issues by the Portuguese Government, Parliament of Portugal, higher education institutions, industry and other organisations.
The main requirements include high level of attainment in biological experience, personal integrity, professional attributes and academic qualifications.
The Ordem dos Biólogos has four specialized professional biologists' societies divided in four major fields: environment, biotechnology, education, and human biology and health.