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.

Action Plan for Australian Birds 2010

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephen Garnett ◽  
Judit Szabo ◽  
Guy Dutson
Keyword(s):  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Action Plan ◽  
Iucn Red List ◽  
Red List ◽  
International Union ◽  
The Third ◽  
Retrospective Assessment ◽  
Australian Birds ◽  
The Status ◽  
Iucn Red List Criteria

The Action Plan for Australian Birds 2010 is the third in a series of action plans that have been produced at the start of each decade. The book analyses the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) status of all the species and subspecies of Australia's birds, including those of the offshore territories. For each bird the size and trend in their population and distribution has been analysed using the latest iteration of IUCN Red List Criteria to determine their risk of extinction. The book also provides an account of all those species and subspecies that are or are likely to be extinct. The result is the most authoritative account yet of the status of Australia's birds. In this completely revised edition each account covers not only the 2010 status but provides a retrospective assessment of the status in 1990 and 2000 based on current knowledge, taxonomic revisions and changes to the IUCN criteria, and then reasons why the status of some taxa has changed over the last two decades. Maps have been created specifically for the Action Plan based on vetted data drawn from the records of Birds Australia, its members and its partners in many government departments. This is not a book of lost causes. It is a call for action to keep the extraordinary biodiversity we have inherited and pass the legacy to our children. 2012 Whitley Award Commendation for Zoological Resource.

Conservation and ecological interactions of Astragalus bozakmanii Podlech (Fabaceae)

Hoehnea ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 48 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ümit Subaşı
Keyword(s):  
Conservation Status ◽  
Field Studies ◽  
Iucn Red List ◽  
Ecological Interactions ◽  
Agricultural Pests ◽  
Endemic Plant ◽  
Conservation Actions ◽  
Iucn Red List Criteria ◽  
Endemic Plant Species ◽  
Number Of Individuals

ABSTRACT Astragalus bozakmanii Podlech, an endemic plant species to Turkey, was investigated to provide an understanding the conservation status of this species and to fill the gap in the knowledge of habitat of this species. Field studies were carried out randomly by sampling 2 × 2 m sizes, 10 quadrats from each region. The number of individuals was estimated by calculating the average individual numbers in small quadrats and extrapolating this result for approximate population area. Reproductive success was evaluated using the mean number of seeds per fruit and the number of ovules per flower. A. bozakmanii prefers saltless soils whose pH values range from 7.48 and 8.33. The seed set was 45.8% of the ovules. In this study, we observed that the flowers of A. bozakmanii were visited by Oxythyrea cinctella to feed on their reproductive parts, thus rendering them infertile. Considering all these findings, the global and national conservation status for Astragalus bozakmanii was assessed as Endangered (EN) B1ab (i, ii, iii) + 2ab (i, ii, iii) according to the new IUCN Red List criteria. In conclusion, appropriate conservation actions need to be developed so that natural enemies of agricultural pests can re-enter their habitats.

A Neglected New Species of Hymenaea (Leguminosae, Detarioideae) fromthe Brazilian Amazon

2020 ◽  
Vol 45 (1) ◽  
pp. 85-90
Author(s):  
Rafael Barbosa Pinto ◽  
Marcos José da Silva ◽  
Ana Maria Goulart de Azevedo Tozzi ◽  
Vidal de Freitas Mansano
Keyword(s):  
New Species ◽  
Amazon Basin ◽  
Conservation Status ◽  
Field Studies ◽  
Brazilian Amazon ◽  
Iucn Red List ◽  
Amazon Rainforest ◽  
Herbarium Collections ◽  
Iucn Red List Criteria ◽  
A New Species

Abstract—A new species, Hymenaea jeaniana, is described and illustrated. The species is known from one of the best-sampled reserves of Amazon Rainforest, the Reserva Adolpho Ducke, in Manaus, and from protected areas of the municipality of Presidente Figueiredo, in Amazonas, Brazil. Previously, the species has been mistakenly assigned to the circumscription of the morphologically similar H. parvifolia, but differs in certain leaflet, inflorescence, and flower characteristics. The new species has a restricted distribution and is assessed as Endangered following IUCN Red List criteria. Based on herbarium collections and field studies, we present a full species description, an illustration, conservation status, and taxonomic comments. An identification key to the Hymenaea species of Brazil is also provided. There are six species of Hymenaea in the Amazon Basin, including the species described herein.

scholarly journals STUDI JENIS BURUNG YANG DIPERDAGANGKAN DI KOTA KETAPANG

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
. Juhardiansyah ◽  
. Erianto ◽  
M Idham
Keyword(s):  
Research Method ◽  
Bird Species ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Relevant Information ◽  
Iucn Red List ◽  
Red List ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
Field Data Collection ◽  
The Status ◽  
Snowball Sampling Technique

This study aims to explore information on the types of birds that are traded, to know the description of the location of birds originating, to know the status of protected species traded, to know the locations of shelters and the sale of traded birds, to know the number and prices of birds traded. This research was conducted in Ketapang City for 10 days effectively in the field, with the research method in field data collection using snowball sampling technique, namely determining key respondents to then determine other respondents who also knew the relevant information from previous respondents. The results of the data obtained at the time of the study were 267 individuals from 31 species of birds traded. The origin of the traded birds is a specific natural catch in the Jelai Hulu sub-district, Tumbang Titi sub-district, Kendawangan sub-district, Sandai sub-district, Laur sub-district, Matan Hilir Selatan sub-district, Matan Hilir Utara sub-district, Muara Pawan sub-district, and Teluk Batang sub-district and Kayong Utara regency. There are 11 protected bird species as a whole belonging to 15 tribes (families). Of these types, they fall into the protected category according to the Indonesian Law. Birds are in the category of Apendix II CITES and birds are listed in the IUCN Red List category. As for the research on the trading location there were 10 respondents 2 people in the hunter category and 8 bird shops / traders. while the most types of birds sold per type are Kacer (copshycus saularis) as many as 50 Tails / Individual, Murai batu (Copsychus malabaricus) and Serindit (Loriculus galgulus) as many as 44 Tails / Individuals.Keyword: Bird Species, Bird Trade, Ketapang

scholarly journals Status of birds in Agasthyamalai Hills, Western Ghats, Kerala, India

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 11166 ◽  
Author(s):  
Madhumita Panigrahi ◽  
V. J. Jins
Keyword(s):  
Elevation Gradient ◽  
Bird Species ◽  
Biosphere Reserve ◽  
Abundant Species ◽  
High Elevation ◽  
Iucn Red List ◽  
Evergreen Forest ◽  
The Status ◽  
Conservation Plan ◽  
Kerala State

The present study focused on the status of birds in two wildlife sanctuaries, Neyyar and Peppara, located in Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve, Kerala State, India.  A total of 197 bird species representing 16 orders and 57 families are reported from the study area.  According to the IUCN Red List, one Endangered, two Vulnerable, and nine Near Threatened bird species occur in the landscape.   Black Bulbul was the most abundant species with highest density, followed by Yellow-browed Bulbul and Crimson-backed Sunbird.  Despite many bird species being broadly distributed across elevations, most endemic species occur or breed at elevations above 1,200m, dominated by southern hilltop evergreen forest.  This highlights the prominence of these high altitude species and their habitats.  A customized conservation plan is needed for the whole elevation gradient with greater emphasis on high elevation forest.  

scholarly journals Contributions to the study of water and semiaquatic birds in the Ramsar Wetland ”lower Prut lakes”

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Viorica Paladi ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Bird Species ◽  
Aquatic Birds ◽  
Republic Of Moldova ◽  
Cygnus Columbianus ◽  
Bubulcus Ibis ◽  
The Status ◽  
International Importance ◽  
Grus Grus ◽  
The Republic ◽  
Year 2000

The Republic of Moldova has few wet areas. One of them was designated in the year 2000 with the status of Wetland of International Importance (Ramsar). The ecosystems of lakes and ponds are home to a multitude of bird species. Aquatic and semi-aquatic species make up a major component of the studied sector and consists of 94 species. Thousands of specimens transit the area during spring and autumn migrations; others retreat in the winter to be safe and to feed; the summer guests arrive in the warm period of the year to breed. Out of the total number of aquatic and semi-aquatic birds, 26 species are protected nationally and internationally. During the study period, rare or accidental species were recorded, such as: Bubulcus ibis, Cygnus columbianus, Branta ruficollis, Grus grus, Sterna caspia, Arenaria interpres, Larus ichthyaetus etc.

Evaluating the conservation status of the Black-fronted Francolin Pternistis atrifrons

2017 ◽  
Vol 28 (4) ◽  
pp. 653-661 ◽  
Author(s):  
KAI GEDEON ◽  
DENNIS RÖDDER ◽  
CHEMERE ZEWDIE ◽  
TILL TÖPFER
Keyword(s):  
Population Size ◽  
Conservation Status ◽  
Field Studies ◽  
Grazing Pressure ◽  
Iucn Red List ◽  
Southern Ethiopia ◽  
Current Conservation ◽  
Area Of Occupancy ◽  
Conservation Actions ◽  
Iucn Red List Criteria

SummaryThe occurrence of the Black-fronted Francolin Pternistis atrifrons is restricted to a tiny area in southern Ethiopia. Based on field studies from 2012 to 2014, we modelled the range and estimated the population size of the species in order to evaluate its current conservation status. Annual mean temperature (relatively low) and precipitation (relatively high) proved to be key factors for the probability of its occurrence. The modelled range is 1,286 km2 (“extent of occurrence” according to the IUCN Red List criteria). However, only about one third of the modelled range is actually populated by the Black-fronted Francolin. This area, around 385 km2, corresponds to the IUCN’s “area of occupancy”. The total population size is estimated at 1,100 to 2,100 mature individuals. Thus, we conclude that the species should be classified as Endangered, criteria: A2c+B1ab(i,iii,v) + B2ab(i,iii,v); population trend: decreasing. This means that the Black-fronted Francolin is one of Africa’s most endangered galliforms. Major threats are range and habitat losses due to agricultural expansion, grazing pressure, commercial firewood and timber exploitation, and hunting. Furthermore, expected climate changes in south-east Ethiopia (higher temperatures, less precipitation) could further exacerbate these threats. We propose urgent conservation actions, including the extension of the currently projected Borana National Park.

Congruence Between Species and Language Diversity

2018 ◽  
pp. 658-682
Author(s):  
David Harmon ◽  
Jonathan Loh
Keyword(s):  
Linguistic Diversity ◽  
Global Scale ◽  
Iucn Red List ◽  
Red List ◽  
Language Diversity ◽  
Leading Indicators ◽  
Effective Response ◽  
The Status ◽  
Biocultural Approach ◽  
Iucn Red List Criteria

Numerous studies have confirmed that there is a striking congruence between the global distributions of species diversity and language diversity. In both, richness and diversity generally increase at latitudes closer to the Equator. A variety of explanations has been offered; fundamentally, it appears that similar evolutionary processes, working on key biogeographic and environmental factors, are the cause. Advances in statistical analysis promise a deeper understanding of the overlap. The status of and trends in species and language diversity also show remarkable similarities when two leading indicators, the Living Planet Index and the Index of Linguistic Diversity, are compared at a global scale. Likewise, an analysis using IUCN Red List criteria reveals comparable levels of threat. At regional scales, however, differences emerge between trends. An integrated, biocultural approach to conservation is proposed as the most effective response to the parallel extinction crisis of species and languages.

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 An annotated bird checklist for Gam island, Raja Ampat, including field notes on species monitoring and conservation

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 310
Author(s):  
Julian Schrader ◽  
Christoph Parsch ◽  
Soetjipto Moeljono ◽  
John D Kalor ◽  
Tim Hofmann ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Habitat Preferences ◽  
Bird Species ◽  
Species Distributions ◽  
Iucn Red List ◽  
Strong Focus ◽  
Field Notes ◽  
Marine Areas ◽  
Three New Species ◽  
Iucn Red List Criteria ◽  
Terrestrial Biodiversity

Species checklists are a fundamental component of biodiversity research. They foster understanding of species distributions and habitat preferences, thus reducing gaps of knowledge in geographical occurrences of species. Especially in light of the limited availability of data on species distributions for Tanah Papua, an increasing scientific focus on the region is crucial to foster and refine the knowledge of species occurrences and to inform potential conservation planning. Despite a strong focus on conservation of Raja Ampat´s marine areas, surprisingly few studies have focused on the terrestrial biodiversity of the archipelago. As a consequence, detailed species checklists are largely missing. Here, we provide a preliminary bird species checklist for the island of Gam and its surrounding islands, located in the central Raja Ampat archipelago. During nine sampling periods between 2013 and 2019, we recorded 132 bird species in six distinct habitat types. Of the detected species, six are considered threatened by IUCN Red List criteria. We further recorded three new species for Gam Island, thereby expanding their known extent of occurrence.

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