Present status and diversity of avian fauna in Purbasthali bird sanctuary, West Bengal, India

Birds play a crucial role in many food webs of aquatic ecosystem and the birds are known as good ‘bio-indicators’ as they are very sensitive to minor environmental changes. The present study was carried out in Purbasthali bird sanctuary of West Bengal (India) and its surroundings from January 2016 to December 2016 to explore the current status and diversity of avian fauna. The point count and line transect methods were implemented in bird counting. A total of 86 species of birds belonging to 31 families were recorded from the study area. Anatidae and Ardeidae were the dominant families with highest relative diversity. Residential status, IUCN Red list status and Relative abundance of bird species were also considered. Different diversity indices were also calculated. Purbasthali bird sanctuary supports a huge amount of bird diversity. So continuous monitoring of avian fauna and health condition of the ecosystem by local or state levels on taking integrated management programs will helpful to maintain a sustainable development of the habitat.

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Bird diversity analysis in the lower mountain forest of mount Bulusaraung to support ecotourism’s activities in Bantimurung Bulusaraung National Park

IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science ◽

10.1088/1755-1315/886/1/012047 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 886 (1) ◽

pp. 012047

Author(s):

A Achmad ◽

U Damayanti ◽

R I Maulany

Keyword(s):

Species Diversity ◽

National Park ◽

Bird Species ◽

Diversity Indices ◽

Bird Diversity ◽

Line Transect ◽

Mountain Forest ◽

Transect Line ◽

Species Diversity Indices ◽

Evenness Indices

Abstract Lower mountain forest in the complex of Mount Bulusaraung Bantimurung Bulusaraung National Park, is a one of bird’s habitat in the South Sulawesi. This area is a tourist destination, especially mountain climbing activities. Thus, it is necessary to know the diversity of animals, especially birds on this hiking trail, so that the information can be used to support ecotourism activities. This study aims to analyze the diversity of bird species in the complex of Bulusaraung Mountain, Bantimurung Bulusaraung National Park in order to support ecotourism activities. This research was conducted from April to June 2018. Data was collected using the line transect method on three lines, namely the Balleanging, Kattokaddaro and Tompobulu lines. The second and third paths are hiking trails, while the rest are trails leading to community agricultural areas. The geographical position of the transect line was recorded using GPS. The GIS method was used to generate a bird watching trail map. Data analysis was carried out to calculate the individual density and frequency of bird presence. In addition, the species diversity indices, species evenness indices, and species richness indices were also calculated. The results showed that there were 44 species of birds found in the study area, which were 16 species in the Balleanging line, 27 species in the Kattokaddaro line and 37 species in the Tompobulu line. The highest bird species diversity indices value was found on the Tompobulu line (H' = 2.93), while on the Kattokaddaro line it was H' = 2.73 and the Balleanging H' = 2.55. The results of this study will support the management strategy in Bantimurung Bulusaraung National Park in order to harmonize the conservation of biological resources through ecotourism activities that involve local communities to increase their economic income.

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Diversity, status and habitat usage of avifauna at sadar upazila, magura, Bangladesh

Bangladesh Journal of Zoology ◽

10.3329/bjz.v48i2.52434 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 48 (2) ◽

pp. 441-456

Author(s):

Ashikur Rahman Shome ◽

Md Mahabub Alam ◽

Md Fazle Rabbe ◽

Mohammad Mijanur Rahman ◽

Mohammad Firoj Jaman

Keyword(s):

Rural Areas ◽

Urban Areas ◽

Winter Season ◽

Bird Species ◽

Diversity Indices ◽

Habitat Diversity ◽

Seasonal Abundance ◽

Line Transect ◽

Common Myna ◽

Rural And Urban

A study on diversity, status, and habitat preference of avifauna was conducted from November 2017 to October 2018 in Magura Sadar upazila, Magura. Data was collected through direct field observations using line-transect method. Field surveys were made for three days per month in both rural and urban sites. A total of 140 species of birds belonged to 18 orders and 48 families were reported. Among the total species, 55% (77 species) were non-passerines and 45% (63 species) passerines with the highest individuals were counted under order Passeriformes. Resident bird species were dominant (106 species, 75.71%) over migratory (34 species, 24.28%) species. Species richness was the highest in the rural areas (124 species, 88.57%) and occurrence was the highest in winter season (97 species, 69.29%). The maximum species were recorded from trees (87 species, 62.14%) as preferred habitat. In this study, in total 4,060 individuals of birds were counted and among them, 51.55% (n=2093) were observed in the rural areas and 48.45% (n=1967) were in the urban areas. The highest number of birds was found in December (10.34%, n=432) and seasonal abundance was the highest in winter (40.15%, n=1630). Abundance was the highest for Common Myna (5.76%, n=234) among all recorded species. Diversity indices showed that the bird species were the most diverse in the rural areas in the winter season and in July. Habitat diversity indices were the highest for trees and birds used different types of habitats at different times for roosting, breeding and feeding. Regarding the observation status, 29.28% species was very common, 4.28% common, 31.42% fairly common, and 35% were few. This baseline data indicate that this study site is significant from the ecological and conservation point of views. Therefore, further research is necessary to understand how this avian diversity is maintained in this ecological setting. Bangladesh J. Zool. 48(2): 441-456, 2020

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Effect of Farming and Rainfall on the Species Diversity, Population Density and Community Structure of Birds Breeding in the Kalahari Woodland, NE Namibia

Zoodiversity ◽

10.15407/zoo2021.06.451 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 55 (6) ◽

pp. 451-458

Author(s):

G. Kopij

Keyword(s):

Community Structure ◽

Species Diversity ◽

Bird Species ◽

Diversity Indices ◽

Annual Rainfall ◽

Feeding Guilds ◽

Line Transect ◽

Population Densities ◽

Feeding Guild ◽

Turtle Dove

The line transect method has been employed to assess species diversity, population densities and community structure of birds breeding in a mosaic of Kalahari Woodland and farmland, NE Namibia. The transect, 4.5 km long, was surveyed in 2014 and 2015. The total annual rainfall in 2014 was much higher than in 2015 (427 mm vs. 262 mm). In total, 40 breeding species in 2014, and 46 in 2015 were recorded. Six species were dominant in 2014 (Cape Turtle Dove, Laughing Dove, Emerald-spotted Dove, Blue Waxbill, and White-browed Scrub Robin) and only three species in 2015 (Cape Turtle Dove and Blue Waxbill and Yellow-fronted Canary). Although the cumulative dominance in 2014 almost doubled that in 2015, the Community Index in both years was almost identical. Also diversity indices and evenness index were very similar in both years compared. Granivorous birds were the most numerous feeding guild. Their contribution was similar in 2014 and 2015 (46.7 % vs. 43.4 %). Two other feeding guilds, insectivores and frugivores, comprised together more than 50 % in both years. The number of bird species and species diversity were not influenced by the differential rainfall. However, contrary to expectations, population densities of most bird species (at least the more numerous ones) were higher in the year with lower than in the year with higher rainfall. The number of species and species diversity was similar in the farmland and in neighbouring Kalahari Woodland in a pristine stage. However, population densities of most species were lower in the farmland than in the pristine woodland.

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Riparian tree and bird diversity in Cisadane River, South Tangerang City, Indonesia

Biodiversitas Journal of Biological Diversity ◽

10.13057/biodiv/d200241 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 20 (2) ◽

pp. 595-603

Author(s):

URFI IZZATI ◽

HAYATI SARI HASIBUAN

Keyword(s):

Species Diversity ◽

Urban Areas ◽

Diversity Index ◽

Pearson Correlation ◽

Bird Species ◽

Bird Diversity ◽

Systematic Sampling ◽

Line Transect ◽

Species Diversity Index ◽

Riparian Tree

Abstract. Izzati U, Hasibuan HS. 2019. Riparian tree and bird diversity in Cisadane River, South Tangerang City, Indonesia. Biodiversitas 20: 595-603. Riparian is a riverbank area that has unique characteristics. It is a combination of terrestrial with aquatic habitats so that riparian ecosystems have high biodiversity values. Riparian is included in a protected area that is naturally designated for vegetation, but in reality, riparian areas, especially in urban areas, have a lot of conversion of land functions by humans so that it can disrupt diversity of tree and bird species. This study aims to identify the diversity of tree and bird species and the correlation between the two. Riparian length of Cisadane River, South Tangerang City is 20.15 km. The method used was plot line with size of 20 m x 20 m for tree data and line transect for bird data by systematic sampling with a random start then analyzed using Shannon Wiener index. The results obtained were found 22 tree species included in 11 families with species diversity index (H') of 2.707 and 40 bird species belonging to 25 families with species diversity index (H') of 2.794. The diversity of tree and bird species is classified as medium. The results of the analysis using the Pearson correlation between the diversity of tree with bird species obtained that there was no relationship between the two. Based on these results, riparian zones in urban areas need to be maintained and improved in quality so that the diversity of tree and bird species increases so as to create a stable ecosystem.

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KEANEKARAGAMAN JENIS BURUNG PADA HUTAN DATARAN RENDAH DI KOMPLEKS GUNUNG BULUSARAUNG TAMAN NASIONAL BANTIMURUNG BULUSARAUNG

PERENNIAL ◽

10.24259/perennial.v15i1.6791 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 15 (1) ◽

pp. 16

Author(s):

Risma Illa Maulany ◽

Jumriah Lira ◽

Amran Achmad ◽

Nida' Sari Achmad

Keyword(s):

National Park ◽

Wildlife Conservation ◽

Diversity Index ◽

Bird Species ◽

Similarity Index ◽

Bird Diversity ◽

Line Transect ◽

Lowland Forest ◽

South Sulawesi ◽

Bird Watching

Lowland Forest at the complex of Bulusaraung mountain in the Bantimurung Bulusaraung National Park is one of important habitat of birds in South Sulawesi. This study aimed to identify bird’s diversity in the Lowland Forest of Bantimurung Bulusaraung National Park for ecotourism purposes. This research was carried out for 2 months between April and May 2018. The data were gathered by using line transect method. The data were analyzed by using Shannon-Weiner diversity index, Evenness index, Margalef species richness index, and Sorensen Similarity index. The result of the study showed that, there were 23 species of birds found in the three lines of observation tracks. There were 19 species found in Balleanging, 12 species in Kattokaddaro and 15 species found in Tompobulu.The highest value of bird diversity index was found in Tompobulu (H '= 1,73) followed by Balleanging (H' = 1,54) and Kattokaddaro routes (H '= 1,43). Therefore, the diversity of bird species in the three observation pathways can be used as objects and attractions in the development of ecotourism based on bird watching in wildlife conservation efforts.

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Status of, and conservation recommendations for, the Critically Endangered crested black macaque Macaca nigra in Tangkoko, Indonesia

Oryx ◽

10.1017/s0030605311000160 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 46 (2) ◽

pp. 290-297 ◽

Cited By ~ 5

Author(s):

Juan Francisco Gallardo Palacios ◽

Antje Engelhardt ◽

Muhammad Agil ◽

Keith Hodges ◽

Roger Bogia ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Basal Area ◽

Iucn Red List ◽

Critically Endangered ◽

Current Status ◽

Line Transect ◽

Strong Correlations ◽

Illegal Hunting ◽

Line Transect Survey ◽

Macaca Nigra ◽

Abundance And Distribution

AbstractThe crested black macaque Macaca nigra, endemic to Sulawesi, Indonesia, is categorized as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List and its population in the Tangkoko Nature Reserve is probably the only viable one within its native range. Earlier studies suggested that this population suffered a decline of 75% during 1978–1994. To evaluate its current status we conducted a line transect survey in the Reserve and assessed effects of ecological and anthropogenic variables on macaque abundance and distribution. We estimated a density of 44.9 individuals km-2 (95% confidence interval, CI, 25.6–78.8) and a total population of 1,951 individuals (CI 1,113–3,421). This estimate of density is 35% lower than that of 68.7 individuals km-2 in 1994. There were moderate to strong correlations between macaque abundance and vegetation structure (basal area and canopy tree density). We observed illegal logging in the area and therefore habitat quality for macaques may be indirectly affected by illegal human activities. If our population estimate is projected linearly M. nigra could become extinct in Tangkoko within 46 years, highlighting the urgent need to improve management of illegal hunting and logging in the Reserve.

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Keanekaragaman Jenis Burung di Kawasan Pengembangan Institut Teknologi Sumatera (ITERA)

AL-Kauniyah Jurnal Biologi ◽

10.15408/kauniyah.v14i1.12323 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 14 (1) ◽

pp. 1-9

Author(s):

Indah Oktaviani ◽

Yanti Ariyanti ◽

Sovia Santi Leksikowati ◽

Muhammad Asril

Keyword(s):

Environmental Changes ◽

Diversity Index ◽

Conservation Status ◽

Bird Species ◽

Secondary Data ◽

Bird Community ◽

Bird Diversity ◽

Feeding Guild ◽

Point Count ◽

Wiener Diversity Index

AbstrakKawasan kampus Institut Teknologi Sumatera (ITERA) sedang mengalami perkembangan fisik yang pesat, seperti pembangunan gedung perkuliahan, laboratorium, asrama, juga embung untuk sumber air. Informasi mengenai keanekaragaman hayati di ITERA sendiri belum banyak diteliti, salah satunya adalah keanekaragaman burung. Burung merupakan hewan besar yang cukup sensitif dengan perubahan lingkungan. Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mendapatkan data mengenai keanekaragaman burung di ITERA untuk memberikan informasi dasar. Metode yang digunakan adalah teknik point count, diterapkan pada lima stasiun utama yang dipilih berdasarkan pusat aktivitas pembangunan. Analisis yang digunakan adalah indeks keanekaragaman, kemerataan, juga kelimpahan. Selain itu, status konservasi dan tipe pakan jenis burung dianalisis menggunakan data sekunder. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan terdapat 19 jenis burung dari 16 famili. Keanekaragaman jenis burung berdasarkan indeks Shannon-Wiener tergolong sedang dan kemerataan jenis merata. Dari kategori kelimpahan yang digunakan terdapat dua jenis burung yang umum ditemukan. Bersumber pada PP No. 7 tahun 1999, terdapat empat jenis burung di ITERA yang termasuk ke dalam kategori dilindungi dan satu jenis termasuk kategori Appendix II di CITES. Feeding guild burung di ITERA didominasi tipe omnivora dan insektivora. AbstractInstitut Teknologi Sumatera (ITERA) campus area is undergoing rapid physical development, such as the construction of lecture buildings, laboratories, dormitories, as well as reservoirs for water sources. Information on biodiversity in ITERA has not much studied, one of which is bird diversity. Birds are large animals that are quite sensitive to environmental changes. This study aims to obtain data on bird diversity at ITERA to provide the baseline information. The method used is a point count technique, applied to five main stations selected based on the center of development activities. The analysis used is an index of diversity, evenness, and abundance. Besides, the conservation status and feed type of bird species were analyzed using secondary data. The results showed that there were 19 species of birds from 16 families. The Shannon-Wiener diversity index classified the bird community as a moderate, and the community evenness index was stable. From the abundance category, two types of birds commonly found. Based on PP No. 7 of 1999, there are four species of birds in ITERA, which included in the protected category and one species, including the Appendix II category in CITES. Omnivorous and insectivorous types dominate bird guild feeding in ITERA.

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On the high bird diversity in the non-protected regions of Trashiyangtse District in Bhutan

Journal of Threatened Taxa ◽

10.11609/jott.6843.13.9.19274-19292 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (9) ◽

pp. 19274-19292

Author(s):

Lam Norbu ◽

Phuntsho Thinley ◽

Tandin Wangchuck ◽

Ugyen Dechen ◽

Lekey Dorji ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Ecosystem Health ◽

Bird Species ◽

Ecological Monitoring ◽

Iucn Red List ◽

Red List ◽

Bird Diversity ◽

Feeding Guilds ◽

Avian Diversity ◽

Feeding Guild ◽

Baseline Information

Birds are ecological indicators of ecosystem health. Baseline information on bird diversity are, therefore, important for ecological monitoring. Such information is, however, sorely lacking for many areas outside the protected areas. Here, we explore the avian diversity and present a comprehensive checklist for the non-protected regions of Trashiyangtse District in northeastern Bhutan. We also categorise the bird species by their residency pattern, feeding guilds, abundance, and IUCN Red List status. We conducted an avifauna exploration for a period of four years from 2017 to 2020, mostly through opportunistic encounters coinciding with regular field visits. We recorded a total of 273 bird species belonging to 173 genera, 69 families and 19 orders. Passeriformes was the most dominant order with 41 families and 174 species and Muscicapidae was the most dominant family with 12 genera and 32 species. Most birds were altitudinal migrants (39%), insectivorous (45%), and occasional (44%) in terms of residency pattern, feeding guild, and abundance, respectively. Only one species (Ardea insignis) was listed as Critically Endangered and one (Haliaeetus leucoryphus) as Endangered. Our study identified the non-protected regions of Trashiyangtse District as an important bird diversity area in Bhutan.

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Birds in Agroforestry Systems of Ayodhya District, Uttar Pradesh

Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology ◽

10.9734/cjast/2021/v40i1431485 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 103-120

Author(s):

Yashmita -Ulman

Keyword(s):

Forest Cover ◽

Bird Species ◽

Uttar Pradesh ◽

Agroforestry Systems ◽

Iucn Red List ◽

Anthropogenic Factors ◽

Bird Diversity ◽

Feeding Guild ◽

Point Counts ◽

Wild Fauna

With the fast depletion of area under forest cover due to various anthropogenic factors, it is important that conservation of wild fauna must be focused in human-dominated landscapes such as agroforestry systems. It important to understand the bird diversity of agroforestry systems to develop a baseline to formulate policies encouraging trees in agricultural fields. Fixed radius point counts were placed across the agroforestry systems in Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh to determine the diversity and distribution of birds in these systems. A total of 148 bird species belonging to 53 families and 16 orders were recorded from the study area. Passeriformes (76) had the maximum number of bird species. Omnivore (51%) was the dominant feeding guild. According to their residential status, the maximum bird species were resident (76%), followed by winter visitors (21%) and summer visitors (3%). Out of the 148 bird species recorded, eight species were in the threatened category of IUCN Red List and 28 species were rarely sighted birds. This result proves that the agroforestry systems provide a good habitat for the terrestrial as well as waterbirds thus, highlighting the conservation value of this system. Such land use types must therefore be promoted and widely practiced all across the state.

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Species diversity and feeding guilds of birds in Malaysian agarwood plantations

Journal of Threatened Taxa ◽

10.11609/jott.5213.12.14.16954-16961 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 12 (14) ◽

pp. 16954-16961

Author(s):

Nor Nasibah Mohd Jamil ◽

Husni Ibrahim ◽

Haniza Hanim Mohd Zain ◽

Nur Hidayat Che Musa

Keyword(s):

Diversity Index ◽

Bird Species ◽

Food Sources ◽

Current Status ◽

Bird Diversity ◽

Feeding Guilds ◽

Bird Species Richness ◽

Point Count ◽

Insect Order ◽

Wide Range

In Malaysia, the current status of birds inhabiting agarwood Aquilaria malaccensis plantations has not been specifically studied, and little research has been conducted to investigate birds in other agricultural areas (e.g., rubber, acacia, and oil palm plantations) and disturbed areas. This study was conducted to assess bird species richness and relative abundance, as well as feeding guilds, in two agarwood plantation sites: Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris in Tanjong Malim (UPSI), and Slim River (SR). The presence of birds was recorded using a combination of techniques (mist-nets and point count), while various sources were used to compile feeding information. This study recorded 364 birds from 36 species in 24 families. Shannon diversity index (H’) values for the UPSI and SR sites were 2.896 and 2.492 respectively, indicating high bird diversity. The Bray-Curtis index was 0.29, indicating these sites share few species. Insectivorous and omnivorous birds were dominant in UPSI (31%), and omnivores at SR (32%). The commonest insect order at both sites was Orthoptera (UPSI 48%, SR 25%). While agarwood plantations are relatively homogeneous, they provide a variety of food sources and shelter for a wide range of birds.

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