Study of an industrial site converted into a protected ornithological site open to the public

B.Sc. Kristina Tanghe, BSc

Master's thesis

Abstract:

Agricultural pollution is the result of the use and overuse of a variety of pesticides. It is an increasing problematic because it can impact ecosystems and biota at different severity degrees. Many studies have already proven the environmental negative effects of pesticides. Taken into account that agricultural pollution is a global problem and the cause of biodiversity loss and threat, this research attempts to find how organic pollution can influence an ecosystem and its evolution. Moreover, the aim is to highlight the particularities of a site originally created for industrial uses and then converted into an Ornithological protected Natura 2000 area. Literature reviews, document researches, observations and water analysis including standard water parameters, elements and pesticide residues have been made. 244 species of birds were identified with few species nesting which are of european or national significance. The standard water parameter, chemical elements and pesticide analysis led to the acquisition of better knowledge about the water composition. If the concentrations found are low, these analyzes are coherent to other results regarding environmental conditions and its functioning. The “Cinq Tailles" site is different from its past industrial use, presents various environmental particularities which are beneficial to many species. So it is important to preserve it at this stage instead of trying to remove traces of past uses.

Keywords

birds, ponds, protected area, industry, water quality

Language used: English

Date on which the thesis was submitted / produced: 31. 3. 2022

Thesis defence

• Supervisor: prof. Ing. Jan Vymazal, CSc.

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague

Faculty of Environmental Sciences

Master programme / field:
Engineering Ecology / Nature Conservation