scholarly journals Avifaunal Diversity in Important Bird Areas of Western Nepal

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Saroj Shrestha ◽  
Sony Lama ◽  
Ang Sherpa ◽  
Munmun Tamang
Keyword(s):  
Public Awareness ◽  
Geographical Location ◽  
Bird Species ◽  
Iucn Red List ◽  
Bird Diversity ◽  
Late Winter ◽  
Avian Community ◽  
Illegal Hunting ◽  
Bird Survey ◽  
The Family

Barekot rural municipality of Jajarkot district is an Important Bird Areas (IBAs) in Western Nepal. In recent years, illegal hunting and trapping-related cases have increased in this area. Additionally, a hydropower project with a capacity of 410 MW is being constructed within Barekot. The present study aims to update the preliminary checklist of birds and identify the underlying threats to the bird population in this region. Bird survey was conducted in four monitoring blocks of Barekot during the late winter of 2021. Also, a series of consultation meetings and interviews with the local stakeholders were organized to collect information regarding the extant threats. This study revealed eighty-seven bird species of 10 orders and 34 families. Birds most commonly recorded from the family Muscicapidae and order Passeriformes. Among the total recorded species, two species are listed in the IUCN Red List of Nationally Vulnerable Category. Similarly, five species were listed on CITES Appendix II and one species on CITES Appendix I. Approximately 82% of total bird species were of resident type. Despite a decline in bird diversity, Barekot’s unique geographical location still makes it an important IBA in Nepal. Bird numbers have plummeted due to human intrusion and disturbance, and natural system modifications. Based on our findings, we recommend landscape-level research, on the impacts of hydropower projects, roads, poaching, and impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. Similarly, future conservation efforts should also emphasize preventing habitat fragmentation and raising public awareness. Keywords: Avian community; Bird checklist; Important Bird Area; Threats

scholarly journals Avifauna Survey within a University Campus and Adjacent Forest Fragment in Bicol, Eastern Philippines

2019 ◽  
pp. 84-95
Author(s):  
Jocelyn Serrano ◽  
Jonathan Guerrero ◽  
Josiah Quimpo ◽  
Giovani Andes ◽  
Erwin Bañares ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Bird Species ◽  
Bird Diversity ◽  
University Campus ◽  
Avian Diversity ◽  
Forest Fragment ◽  
Point Count ◽  
Main Campus ◽  
Bird Survey ◽  
Baseline Information ◽  
Point Count Method

With the lack of baseline information on avifauna within Bicol University and the adjacent forest fragment, this research aimed to identify bird species and compare their presence between an urbanized and forest areas. Avian diversity was documented within the Kalikasan Park and Bicol University Main Campus adjacent ecosystems, representing a forest fragment and semi-urbanized ecosystems, respectively. Bird survey was carried out through point count method. Identification was aided by existing taxonomic keys. A total of 44 species were recorded with eleven as Philippine endemics. Lonchura malacca(Chestnut Munia) and Aplonis panayensis (Asian Glossy Starling) were among the most frequently sighted. Bird species sighted was higher in the forest fragment as compared with the main campus area. The study recommends that Bicol University Main campus be transformed into an avian buffer and safe zone for the protection and conservation of these species and to provide policies to maintain high bird diversity.

scholarly journals A RAPID BIRD SURVEY TO CONSERVATION AREA OF INDUSTRIAL ACACIA TIMBER PLANTATION, SOUTH SUMATRA PROVINCE; WITH COMPARISON TO THREE DIFFERENT METHODS

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Iqbal ◽  
Indra Yustian ◽  
Doni Setiawan ◽  
Rio Firman Saputra ◽  
Catur Yuono Prasetyo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Survey Methods ◽  
Bird Species ◽  
Bird Diversity ◽  
International Union ◽  
Conservation Area ◽  
Swamp Forest ◽  
Number Of Species ◽  
Transect Line ◽  
Bird Survey ◽  
Near Threatened

A rapid bird survey was done in a small conservation area of industrial timber concession of PT BMH (Bumi Mekar Hijau), namely KPPN (Kawasan Pelestarian Plasma Nutfah), South Sumatra Province. The area has 448 ha, dominated by degraded secondary swamp forest surrounded by Acacia plantation. Three survey methods were applied to assess bird diversity in this area: transect line, mist-netting and audio-visual station recording. A total of 36 species was recorded during survey. Among three methods applied, transect line is the most effective method to detect more bird species (29 species), followed by audio-visual station recording (26 species) and mist-netting (three species). There are eight species which protected by Indonesian law and two birds are listed as Near Threatened (NT) by International Union for Conservation of Nature or IUCN. Although number of species birds recorded are not significance, but this area still support habitat for various birds diversity, and the forest remaining should be well-managed to support its conservation goals.

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

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. 

scholarly journals Birds in Agroforestry Systems of Ayodhya District, Uttar Pradesh

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.

scholarly journals Avian richness of the Basanta Protected Forest, far-western lowland Nepal: Implication for conservation

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 68-84
Author(s):  
Hiru Lal Dangaura ◽  
Naresh Pandey ◽  
Dhirendra Bahadur Chand ◽  
Krishna Prasad Bhusal
Keyword(s):  
Species Richness ◽  
National Park ◽  
Bird Species ◽  
Temporal Distribution ◽  
Avian Community ◽  
Conservation Implications ◽  
The Family ◽  
Farmland Bird ◽  
Baseline Information ◽  
Gyps Bengalensis

Birds are important components of biodiversity and acts as an indicator of habitat quality, productivity and stability. This study aimed to document species richness and assess the temporal distribution pattern of globally threatened bird species in the Basanta Protected Forest (BPF), one of the largest corridor forests which connects Dudhwa National Park (India) with protected areas of western lowland Nepal. During study period of ten years from 2010 to 2019, a total of 381 bird species from 78 families of 19 orders were recorded. Order Passeriformes had the highest species richness (n=180) followed by order Accipitriformes and Charadriiformes. Among the families, the family Muscicapidae had the highest species richness (n=31), followed by Accipitridae and Anatidae. Majority of bird recorded were forest bird followed by wetland and farmland bird species. Fifteen globally threatened species like red-headed vulture (Sarcogyps calvus), white-rumped vulture (Gyps bengalensis), slender-billed vulture (Gyps tenuirostris), steppe eagle (Aquila nipalensis) and Egyptian vulture (Neophron percnopterus) were recorded in the BPF. Extensive avian survey in the BPF is important for further exploration of avian community along with its driving factors, which might play a crucial role in developing baseline information and implementing conservation implications.

scholarly journals DIVERSITY OF BIRDS IN KUMARASAMY LAKE AND SINGANALLUR LAKE

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Abanah Sharon ◽  
Dr. J. Roopavathy ◽  
S. Geetha
Keyword(s):  
Key Words ◽  
Human Disturbance ◽  
Bird Species ◽  
Bird Diversity ◽  
Number Of Species ◽  
Bird Survey ◽  
Water Birds

A bird survey is carried out  in lakes of Coimbatore (kumarasamy and singanallur) to examine the diversity and richness distribution of bird species in wetland region. This survey was taken from july 2018 to December 2018 to suitably access the bird diversity. A total number of 50 species from 13 orders and 34 families were recorded. The month of October and November maximum numbers of birds were identified. Pelicaniformes contributed maximum number of species. Finally, least number of birds recorded in Gruiformes, Strigiformes, Psittaciformes, Gariformes, Columbiformes and Podicipitiformes. Maximum bird species were recorded in Singanallur Lake and minimum in Kumarasamy Lake. The study revealed that Kumarasamy and Singanallur Lake acts as a refuge site for many water birds. Hence it is recommended that protection of the wetland from the human disturbance is of urgent need.    Key words: Kumarasamy, Threatened, Gariformes

scholarly journals Report of the early winter migrants and resident birds in an inland wetland near Tundi Camp, Bajana, Gujarat

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 11652
Author(s):  
Abhishek Chatterjee ◽  
Sudeshna Ghoshal ◽  
Soumyajit Chowdhury ◽  
Pinakiranjan Chakrabarti
Keyword(s):  
Bird Species ◽  
Avian Species ◽  
Feeding Guilds ◽  
Early Winter ◽  
Feeding Guild ◽  
Avian Community ◽  
The Family ◽  
Migrant Bird

The study is based on the avian community observed in the region.  In total, 1,079 individuals, 62 genera and 79 species of birds belonging to 35 families have been recorded.  Among them, the family Anatidae with 20.42% incidence is the most frequent; immediately followed by the family Phoenicopteridae (10.59% of occurrence).  Little Cormorant Phalacrocorax niger is the most abundant avian species observed.  The community consists of 44% resident; 36% resident-migrant and 20% migrant bird species.  It was observed that the concerned community shows a considerable diversity and a correspondingly low value of dominance.  In the feeding guild analysis, the insectivore guild has the most number of recorded avian species.  The feeding guild affiliations also point out that the overall community is fairly rich in its composition as it houses bird species belonging to various feeding guilds. 

The Effects of Post-Fire Management on Bird Community Succession

1997 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 335 ◽  
Author(s):  
I Izhaki ◽  
M Adar
Keyword(s):  
Pinus Halepensis ◽  
Bird Species ◽  
Bird Community ◽  
Passerine Bird ◽  
Bird Diversity ◽  
Avian Community ◽  
Wild Fire ◽  
Logged Forest ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Avian Community Structure

In September 1989 a wild fire burned over 300 ha of pine (Pinus halepensis) forest on Mt. Carmel, Israel. In winter 1990, logging took place on several burned plots. Since then, nonbreeding bird communities were censused in unburned plots, in burned plots and in burned logged plots. Canonical correspondence analysis was used to investigate the relationship between bird composition, post-fire managements and time since fire. Thirty-three species of passerine bird were recorded during fall, winter and spring (1991-1994). The most significant differences in avian community structure appeared between the unburned forest and the burned logged forest, and between the first period (1-2 years) post-fire and the following period (3-5 years post-fire). In general, the number of bird species in the ecosystem was increased as the result of imposing different post-fire managements. Therefore, creating a mosaic of different type of habitats contributed in maintaining high bird diversity.

scholarly journals The Avifauna of Lake Seyfe

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 484
Author(s):  
Elif Omca Çobanoğlu
Keyword(s):  
Geographical Location ◽  
Bird Species ◽  
Field Studies ◽  
Iucn Red List ◽  
Ecological Value ◽  
The Status ◽  
International Importance ◽  
Protection Area ◽  
Natural Protection ◽  
Iucn Red List Criteria

Turkey has a great ornithological importance, due to its geographical location, topography, wide territory and different climatic types. From a biodiversity perspective, wetlands are one of the most important areas. Lake Seyfe is one of the important wetlands with economic and ecological value. After being declared a Natural Protected Area in 1989, Lake Seyfe, which gained the status of Natural Protection Area in 1990 and finally declared Ramsar Site in 1994, is extremely important for birds. The lake meets 3 out of 9 Criteria for Identifying Wetlands of International Importance. The research aims to determine bird species of Lake Seyfe by gathering the information contained in the literature covering all observations made in the following years, in addition to the regular field studies conducted weekly between 1996 and 1998. Therefore, a list of birds obtained from all observations made between 1996-2019 has been created. As a result, 26 orders, 57 families, 242 species and 4 subspecies were identified in the site. 20 of the recorded species are globally endangered according to the IUCN red list criteria. Lake Seyfe, an internationally important wetland, is also an important feeding and visiting place for birds during migration.

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

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Santanu Debnath ◽  
Souvik Biswas ◽  
Ashis Kumar Panigrahi
Keyword(s):  
West Bengal ◽  
Environmental Changes ◽  
Integrated Management ◽  
Bird Species ◽  
Diversity Indices ◽  
Health Condition ◽  
Iucn Red List ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Bird Diversity ◽  
Line Transect

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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