scholarly journals Building for Birds Evaluation Tool: Forest Fragments Used as Stopover Sites by Migrant Birds

EDIS ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 (1) ◽  
pp. 18
Author(s):  
Mark E. Hostetler ◽  
Jan-Michael Archer
Keyword(s):  
Bird Species ◽  
Forest Fragments ◽  
Evaluation Tool ◽  
Online Tool ◽  
Wildlife Ecology ◽  
Stopover Sites ◽  
The People ◽  
Migrant Birds ◽  
Stopover Habitat ◽  
Is Value

Several bird species use forest fragments and trees conserved in built areas as breeding, wintering, and stopover habitat. Scientists have created a Building for Birds online tool to help these birds and the people who appreciate them. This evaluation tool is most useful for small developments or developments in already fragmented landscapes. The tool is designed for use when no opportunity is available to conserve large forest areas of 125 acres or more within a proposed development. Developers are sometimes reluctant to conserve trees and forest fragments in subdivided residential/commercial areas because it costs time and money, but there is value in this conservation effort not only for many different species of forest birds, but for future homeowners waking to birdsong in the mornings. This 18-page fact sheet written by Mark Hostetler and Jan-Michael Archer and published by the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation describes the online tool and shows how it can help preserve stopover habitat for migrating birds.­http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw416

scholarly journals Building for Birds Evaluation Tool: Breeding and Wintering Habitat for Forest Birds

EDIS ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 (1) ◽  
pp. 17
Author(s):  
Mark Hostetler ◽  
Jan-Michael Archer
Keyword(s):  
Bird Species ◽  
Forest Birds ◽  
Forest Fragments ◽  
Evaluation Tool ◽  
Online Tool ◽  
Wildlife Ecology ◽  
The People ◽  
Wintering Habitat ◽  
Stopover Habitat ◽  
Is Value

Several bird species use forest fragments and trees conserved in built areas as breeding, wintering, and stopover habitat. Scientists have created a Building for Birds online tool to help these birds and the people who appreciate them. This evaluation tool is most useful for small developments or developments in already fragmented landscapes. The tool is designed for use when no opportunity is available to conserve large forest areas of 125 acres or more within a proposed development. Developers are sometimes reluctant to conserve trees and forest fragments in subdivided residential/commercial areas because it costs time and money, but there is value in this conservation effort not only for many different species of forest birds, but for future homeowners waking to birdsong in the mornings. This 17-page fact sheet written by Mark Hostetler and Jan-Michael Archer and published by the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation describes the online tool and shows how it can help preserve breeding and wintering habitat for migrating birds.­http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw417

scholarly journals Avian Use of Agricultural Areas as Migration Stopover Sites: A Review of Crop Management Practices and Ecological Correlates

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. David Blount ◽  
Joshua J. Horns ◽  
Kyle D. Kittelberger ◽  
Montague H. C. Neate-Clegg ◽  
Çağan Hakkı Şekercioğlu
Keyword(s):  
Migratory Birds ◽  
Bird Species ◽  
Migratory Bird ◽  
Farming Practices ◽  
Stopover Sites ◽  
Ecological Correlates ◽  
Breeding Grounds ◽  
Stopover Habitat ◽  
Crop Types ◽  
Agricultural Areas

An estimated 17% of migratory bird species are threatened or near threatened with extinction. This represents an enormous potential loss of biodiversity and cost to human societies due to the economic benefits that birds provide through ecosystem services and ecotourism. Conservation of migratory bird species presents many unique challenges, as these birds rely on multiple geographically distinct habitats, including breeding grounds, non-breeding grounds, and stopover sites during migration. In particular, stopover habitats are seldom studied relative to breeding and non-breeding habitats, despite their importance as refueling stations for migratory birds. In this study, we summarize the current research on the use of temporary primary crops by birds during migration and we assess the species characteristics and agricultural practices most often associated with the use of cropland as stopover habitat. First, we conducted a systematic review of the literature to document the effects various farming practices and crop types have on the abundance and diversity of migratory birds using agricultural areas for stopovers. Second, we analyzed the ecological correlates of bird species in the Northern Hemisphere that predict which species may use these areas while migrating. We ran a GLMM to test whether primary diet, diet breadth, primary habitat, habitat breadth, or realm predicted stopover use of agricultural areas. Our review suggests that particular crop types (principally rice, corn, and sunflower), as well as farming practices that result in higher non-cultivated plant diversity, encourage the use of agricultural areas by migrating birds. We found that cropland is used as stopover habitat by bird species that can utilize a large breadth of habitats, as well as species with preferences for habitat similar in structure to agricultural areas.

scholarly journals Bird communities in three forest types in the Pernambuco Centre of Endemism, Alagoas, Brazil

2013 ◽  
Vol 103 (2) ◽  
pp. 85-96 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lahert W. Lobo-Araújo ◽  
Mário T. F. Toledo ◽  
Márcio A. Efe ◽  
Ana C. M. Malhado ◽  
Marcos V. C. Vital ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Species Richness ◽  
Bird Species ◽  
Bird Communities ◽  
Northeastern Brazil ◽  
Forest Fragments ◽  
Forest Types ◽  
Risk Of Extinction ◽  
Bird Fauna ◽  
Richness Patterns ◽  
Ombrophilous Forest

The Pernambuco Center of Endemism (PCE) in northeastern Brazil is highly fragmented and degraded. Despite its potential conservation importance the bird fauna in this area is still relatively unknown and there are many remnant fragments that have not been systematically surveyed. Here, we report the results of bird surveys in five forest fragments (one pioneer, two ombrophilous and two seasonal). In total, 162 taxa were recorded, 12 of which are endemic to the PCE. The frequency of endangered species was lower than what has been reported in studies from the same area and most of the taxa considered to be at risk of extinction were sub-species of uncertain taxonomic validity. The comparatively low number of endemic/threatened species may be due to the small size of the fragments in the present study - a consequence of the high levels of habitat loss in this region. Analysis of species richness patterns indicates that ombrophilous forest fragments are acting as refuges for those bird species that are most sensitive to environmental degradation.

scholarly journals Tolerance to Human Presence, a Comparison between Rural and Urban Birds in Southeastern Brazil

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Maria Cecília Barbosa de Toledo
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Bird Species ◽  
Urban Environments ◽  
Southeastern Brazil ◽  
Special Focus ◽  
Forest Fragments ◽  
Urban Birds ◽  
Human Presence ◽  
Individual Bird

Green urban areas such as parks, squares, gardens, and forest fragments present a large diversity of uses and conservation objectives. These spaces provide resources for many species of birds that are confronted with the necessity of living in proximity to humans. It is assumed that bird species that acquire resources in urban environments live in a constant state of fear to guarantee survival and reproduction. In this context, the objective of this study was to evaluate the tolerance of birds with respect to human presence in two distinct conditions, rural areas (low level of human presence) and urban areas (high level of human presence). The fieldwork was conducted in a city in the Southeast region of Brazil, and the methodology used the alert distance and flight initiation measurements based on the approach of an observer to the individual bird being focused. Our results suggest that individuals observed in urban areas rely on shorter alert and escape distances, especially males, adults, and birds that forage in interspecific flocks. We discuss the challenges and strategies with respect to escape characteristics of urban birds, with special focus on the economic escape theory. In general, our results support those from studies conducted in other urban areas in different biogeographic regions, and they will aid in comprehending the impacts caused by the increase in urban areas around the world.

scholarly journals IPTEKS SPT MASA PAJAK PERTAMBAHAN NILAI (PPN) PADA PT CIPUTRA INTERNASIONAL CABANG MANADO

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (02) ◽  
Author(s):  
Arisna J. Mantiaha ◽  
Syermi Mintalangi
Keyword(s):  
Value Added ◽  
Director General ◽  
Value Added Tax ◽  
The People ◽  
The Government ◽  
Tax Reporting ◽  
Is Value ◽  
Tax Regulation

Tax is a contribution from the people to the country. Every taxable entrepreneurs report tax reports to the government. One of them is Value Added Tax (VAT). PT Ciputra Internasional Manado report it’s Periodic Tax Return of VAT using e-Invoice provided by the Director General Tax. E-Invoice own application used by taxable entrepreneur in carrying out tax obligation. This study wants to provide knowledge in the application of e-Invoice to reporting VAT’s periodic tax return. Result of this research showed that PT Ciputra Internasional Manado in reporting Periodic Tax Return of VAT compliance with UU No.42 of 2009, Director General of Tax Regulation No. PER-31/PJ/2017, and Director General of Tax Regulation No.  PER-01/PJ/2017.Keywords : Value Added Tax, Reporting, E-Invoice

scholarly journals Defaunation precipitates the extinction of evolutionarily distinct interactions in the Anthropocene

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (6) ◽  
pp. eaav6699 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carine Emer ◽  
Mauro Galetti ◽  
Marco A. Pizo ◽  
Pedro Jordano ◽  
Miguel Verdú
Keyword(s):  
Seed Dispersal ◽  
Evolutionary History ◽  
Bird Species ◽  
Forest Fragments ◽  
Ecological Interactions ◽  
Rescue Effect ◽  
History Of ◽  
Local Extinctions ◽  
Functional Features ◽  
Avian Seed Dispersal

Species on Earth are interconnected with each other through ecological interactions. Defaunation can erode those connections, yet we lack evolutionary predictions about the consequences of losing interactions in human-modified ecosystems. We quantified the fate of the evolutionary history of avian–seed dispersal interactions across tropical forest fragments by combining the evolutionary distinctness of the pairwise-partner species, a proxy to their unique functional features. Both large-seeded plant and large-bodied bird species showed the highest evolutionary distinctness. We estimate a loss of 3.5 to 4.7 × 104 million years of cumulative evolutionary history of interactions due to defaunation. Bird-driven local extinctions mainly erode the most evolutionarily distinct interactions. However, the persistence of less evolutionarily distinct bird species in defaunated areas exerts a phylogenetic rescue effect through seed dispersal of evolutionarily distinct plant species.

scholarly journals Distributions and Community Composition of Birds in Iraq’s Central Marsh

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-28 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nadheer A. Fazaa ◽  
Jonathon C. Dunn ◽  
Mark J. Whittingham
Keyword(s):  
Cluster Analysis ◽  
Community Composition ◽  
Bird Species ◽  
Bird Assemblages ◽  
Point Counts ◽  
Migrant Birds ◽  
The Government ◽  
Management Recommendations ◽  
First Time ◽  
Southern Iraq

The Central Marsh (CM) in southern Iraq is known to provide important habitats for both resident and migrant birds. The CM has been used extensively by humans, in part due to its high levels of productivity and biodiversity. It was drained in the 1990s by the government and reflooded and restored in 2003. Recent brief surveys of the CM from 2005 to 2010 recorded 94 bird species. Our study combined transects and point counts in detailed monthly surveys from October 2013 to June 2014 in the CM. We found a total of 125 bird species in the CM across all surveys, with 31 species recorded for the first time in the CM and 11 species categorised as red listed by the IUCN. Fourteen species were confirmed breeding in the CM. Cluster analysis using NMDS ordination showed that the study area can be divided into three main clusters of bird assemblages which are presented here. We provide management recommendations based on our findings.

scholarly journals Extreme levels of hunting of birds in a remote village of Hainan Island, China

2011 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 45-52 ◽  
Author(s):  
WEI LIANG ◽  
YAN CAI ◽  
CAN-CHAO YANG
Keyword(s):  
Bird Species ◽  
Hainan Island ◽  
Local Scale ◽  
Protected Species ◽  
Subsistence Hunting ◽  
Urban Markets ◽  
The People ◽  
Wild Meat ◽  
Village People ◽  
Forest Habitats

SummaryIn China, many bird species are generally thought to be threatened mainly, or at least partly, by hunting. However, there have been few studies of bird hunting at a local scale. Bird hunting and trade in Nanmao, a remote mountainous village of Hainan Island, China, was investigated during March–July 2003 and September–October 2005. In total, 86 households were visited, of which 43% reported that they engaged in hunting of birds while 91% of households were seen to have hunted birds or hunting tools. This indicated that hunting by village people was widespread. Most hunters were male, and were between 12 and 68 years old. A total of 78 bird species were hunted, including 2 First Class and 19 Second Class national protected species. This extreme level of hunting has changed from a more moderate subsistence hunting tradition since about 1980, when local urban markets for wild meat started to develop. We outline a strategic plan designed to conserve birds, other wildlife and their forest habitats, whilst improving the livelihoods and preserving the minority tribal traditions of the people of Nanmao forest.

scholarly journals Wading Birds of Northern Belize

EDIS ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (2) ◽  
pp. 4
Author(s):  
Justin Dalaba ◽  
Venetia S. Briggs-Gonzalez ◽  
Jorge Eduardo Ruano ◽  
Frank J. Mazzotti
Keyword(s):  
Wildlife Conservation ◽  
Bird Species ◽  
Major Contributor ◽  
Wading Birds ◽  
Wildlife Ecology ◽  
Fact Sheet ◽  
Native Habitat ◽  
Bird Watching

Belize is home to over 605 bird species, many of them wading birds popular with bird watchers who enjoy their bright colors and charismatic behavior. Bird-watching is a major contributor to successful wildlife conservation and is important as native habitat loses ground to development. This 4-page fact sheet written by Venetia S. Briggs-Gonzalez, Jorge E. Ruano, Justin R. Dalaba and Frank J. Mazzotti and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation presents photos and descriptions that will help identify some common and some rare wading birds.https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw469 Trifold brochure: WEC425/UW470, 4/2020 https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw470

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