Bird Diversity Survey in Burapha University Area, Chon Buri Province
Abstract
Species diversity and abundance of birds in Burapha University, Chonburi Province was monthly assessed by point count method from April 2013 to April 2014. There were 60 species of birds belonging to 36 families and 12 orders, of which Order Passeriformes has the highest number of species (33 species), followed by Order Ciconiiformes (7 species), Order Coraciiformes (6 species), Order Columbiformes (4 species), Order Apodiformes (2 species) and Order Cuculiformes (2 species), respectively. Based on seasonal status, 45 species were considered as resident, 14 as migrant, and 1 as passage migrant species. The average of species diversity index of bird community (H’) in a year-round period of Burapha University was 2.44. The highest H’ was in October whereas the lowest H’ was in August (H’: 2.66 and 2.15, respectively). The number of species per category with respect to the frequency of species occurrence was 27 (abundant), 8 (common), 9 (moderately common), 5 (uncommon) and 11 (rare), respectively. Based on relative abundance, the most abundant species was Rock Pigeon (Columba livia), followed by Eurasian Tree Sparrow (Passer montanus), Zebra Dove (Geopelia striata), Common Myna (Acridotheres tristis) and White-vented Myna (Acridotheres grandis). According to the IUCN Red List of threatened species, two species, Red-breasted Parakeet (Psittacula alexandri) and Brown-throated sunbird (Anthreptes rhodolaemus), were classified as Near Threatened while based on bird conservation status of Thailand two species, Hill Myna (Gracula religiosa) and Baya Weaver (Ploceus philippinus), were classified as Near Threatened. Above all, findings highlighted that Burapha University provides important urban greenery for conservation of avian biodiversity. It is finally recommended to conduct long-term monitoring of bird diversity and to limit human disturbance in order to maintain bird biodiversity.Keywords : diversity, bird, Burapha University, Chon Buri, Eastern ThailandReferences
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Kasorndorkbua, C., Chinuparawat, C. and Nualsri, C. (2008). A photographic guide to the raptors of Thailand. Bangkok: Amarin Printing and Publishing. (in Thai)
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Khan, S. and Kanchanarat, K. (2012). A study of species diversity and species abundance of birds in Phutthamonthon Park, Nakhonpathom Province. Advanced Science Journal, 12(1), 121-126. (in Thai)
Khobkhet, O. (2002). Birds in Bangkok. Department of Environmental Quality Promotion, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Bangkok. (in Thai)
Koskimies, P. (1989). Birds as a tool in environmental monitoring. Annales Zoologici Fennici, 26, 153-166.
Krebs, C.J. (1992). Ecological methodology. 2nd Edition. California: Addison-Educational.
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Nabhitabhata, J., Lekagul, K. and Sanguansombat, W. (2012). Dr. Boonsong's Bird Guide of Thailand”. Bangkok: Darnsutha Press. (in Thai)
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Piratelli, A., Sousa, S.D., Corrêa, J.S., Andrade, V.A., Ribeiro, R.Y., Avelar, L.H. and Oliveira, E.F. (2008). Searching for bioindicators of forest fragmentation: passerine birds in the Atlantic forest of southeastern Brazil. Brazilian Journal of Biology, 68(2), 259-268.
Pratumthong, D. (2009). Birds study. Bangkok: Green Macpie Printing House. (in Thai)
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Round, P.D. (2008). The birds of the Bangkok area. Bangkok: White Lotus Co., Ltd.
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Sanguansombat, W. (2005). Thailand Red Data: Birds. Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning, Thailand.
Shannon, C.E. (1949). Mathematical theory of communication. Bell System Technical Journal, 27, 379-423.
Sibley, C.G. and Monroe, B.L. (1990). Distribution and taxonomy of birds of the world. New Haven, USA: Yale University Press.
Siri, S., Duengkae, P. and Marod, D. (2013). Species diversity and abundance of birds in hill evergreen forest permanent plot at Huai Kok Ma, Chiang Mai Province. Journal of Wildlife in Thailand, 20(1), 37-111. (in Thai)
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Sukmasuang, L., Duengkae, P., Bhumpakphan, N., Prathumtong, D. and Chokcharoen, R. (2009). Wildlife in Sra Prathum Palace. Journal of Wildlife in Thailand, 16(1), 43-53. (in Thai)
Tarachai, P. (2012). Birds in Maejo University. Chiang Mai: Maejo Digital Printing House. (in Thai)
Teampanpong, J., Lauhachinda, V. and Wongthirawat, S. (2003). Comparison of bird communities between natural forest and disturbed forest along the natural gas pipeline right of way, Kanchanaburi Province. Journal of Wildlife in Thailand, 11(1), 119-134. (in Thai)
UI GreenMetric World University Ranking. (2016). Overall Ranking. Retrieved February, 28, 2016. From http://greenmetric.ui.ac.id/overall-ranking/
Vallejo Jr., B.M., Aloy, A.B. and Ong, P.S. (2009). The distribution, abundance and diversity of birds in Manila's last green spaces. Landscape and Urban Planning, 89, 75-85.
Whelan, C.J., Wenny, D.G. and Marquis, R.J. (2008). Ecosystem services provided by birds. Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, 1134(1), 25-60.
Wongthirawat, S. (2009). Using birds as ecological indicators. National Park, Wildlife and Plant Conservation Department, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Bangkok. (in Thai)
Wunderle Jr, J.M. (1997). The role of animal seed dispersal in accelerating native forest regeneration on degraded tropical lands. Forest Ecology and Management, 99(1-2), 223-235.
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