Aurelian
The Aurelians were an ornithoid species who have been associated with the Federation since at least the 23rd century.

Standing taller than most Humans, Aurelians had six limbs: two arms, two legs, and two wings that allowed them to fly. They were covered by feathers that could be various colors including yellow, orange, brown, gray, and white. Their eyes typically had bright blue sclera, though Aurelians with white sclera also existed, with some possessing pupils and others lacking them. Aurelians typically did not wear clothing. (; )

Aurelians preferred to live in spherical treehouses with a single round door, that were nestled in tree es high above the ground. ()

In the early 2380s, Aurelians were present on Tulgana IV and Starbase 25. ()

People
Aleek-Om
Unnamed Aurelians

Appendices

See also
Aurellian beef stew

Appearances

Background information
 Specifically, the script of "Yesteryear" identified them by way Aleek-Om, which according to the stage directions, he was further described as "a native of the planet , and he is a bird-like creature of blue-green hue." In the actual episode, he is instead a golden color. The novelization of "Yesteryear", appearing in Star Trek Log 1, describes the Aurelian Aleek-Om as having an "intricate scroll" – a sign of manhood – tattooed on his beak, "wide, black eyes," as well as a "brilliant gold and blue-green plumage."

The Aurelians closely resemble the Skorr, as  reused the Aurelian character design for the Skorr as a budget-saving measure. () In the text commentary to "Yesteryear", Aleek-Om is even described as a member of the Skorr. The Aurelian design differs from the Skorr in having a slimmer build, a thinner neck, and longer plumage on the hips. 

According to Brad Winters,  uses a design closer to the original Skorr appearance for the Aurelians because it "looked cooler". He has suggested that the Aurelians and Skorr made peace and began to unify after discovering they were related, and thus some of the Aurelians seen on screen may actually be Skorr or Aurelian-Skorr hybrids. 

The Ornarans were first referred to as Aurelians in an early draft of .

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Species
Avians