Methodology for the monitoring of birds in organic and conventional agricultural areas

B.Sc. Nerea Elorza Corrales

Master's thesis

Abstract:

Biodiversity loss, driven primarily by agricultural intensification, poses significant threats to ecosystems globally. This study investigates the impacts of agricultural practices on avian biodiversity within agricultural landscapes, focusing on focusing on how the characteristics of the observer can affect the results of field research and their interpretation from the point of view of assessing the impact of management on bird biodiversity. Utilizing data collected by both beginner and experienced observers over multiple years, our analysis reveals consistent patterns of increased avian abundance and species richness within ecologically managed fields, particularly during springtime. Despite methodological disparities and varying levels of observer experience, both datasets consistently highlight the ecological benefits of these habitats for avian populations.

Keywords

organic farming, avian biodiversity, Biodiversity loss

Jazyk práce: English

Datum vytvoření / odevzdání či podání práce: 28. 3. 2024

Obhajoba závěrečné práce

• Obhajoba proběhla 22. 5. 2024
• Vedúci: prof. Dr. Mgr. Miroslav Šálek
• Oponent: Petr Zasadil, Ph.D.

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague

Faculty of Environmental Sciences

Master programme:
Nature Conservation