Avifauna diversity and phenology in a Ramsar site: Lake Tonga (Northeastern Algeria)-Reference-Cited by-同舟云学术

Avifauna diversity and phenology in a Ramsar site: Lake Tonga (Northeastern Algeria)

Published:2022-01-14 Issue: Volume: Page:321-344
ISSN:1698-0476
Container-title:Arxius de Miscel·lània Zoològica
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Author:

Gherib A.¹,Lazli A.²,Naili S.²,Boucheker A.³,Ikhlef D.²,Mechaka N. I.²

Affiliation:

1. Hamma Lakhdar University, El Oued, Algeria

2. Chadli Bendjedid University, El Tarf, Algeria

3. Badji Mokhtar University, Annaba, Algeria

Abstract

Between 2013 and 2016 we conducted an inventory and characterization of aquatic avifauna at Lake Tonga, a Ramsar site. We identified 61 species belonging to 17 families, dominated by Anatidae with 14 species. The inventoried species have different phenological status. Some are known for their regular wintering and some for their summer concentrations, while others are residents year round. Population analysis showed the presence of endangered species such as Oxyura leucocephala, Marmaronetta angustirostris and Aythya nyroca, that are protected by national and/or international laws. Bird counts showed monthly variations in total abundance and richness, peaking during winter. Peak numbers were recorded in February and January, reflecting gatherings to prepare for prenuptial migration. Analysis of diversity and equitability indices indicated that maximum values were generally recorded during the pre– and post–nuptial passages (H’= 3.51 and E = 0.72). Our results reflect the importance of this wetland as a wintering site and nesting site for numerous waterbirds species.

Publisher

Consorci del Museu de Ciencies Naturals de Barcelona

Subject

Animal Science and Zoology

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