Rare birds in Nepal

Inskipp, Carol; Baral, Hem Sagar; Acharya, Sanjib; Chaudhary, Hathan; Ghimire, Manshanta; Giri, Dinesh

doi:10.3126/njz.v4i2.33894

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“…The Steppe eagle (Aquila nipalensis) recorded from the area is categorized as endangered by the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species (BirdLife International, 2020). Threatened and rare birds mostly prefer habitat with high canopy cover and protected areas with minimal disturbed core (Lešo et al, 2019;Inskipp et al, 2020) with these threatened bird species showing a lower tolerance for human modified habitats (BirdLife International, 2017).…”

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Tribhuvan University area serves as a greenspace for birds in the Kathmandu Valley, Central Nepal

Upadhyaya

Pandey²,

Khanal³

2022

JAD

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The Kathmandu Valley, encompassing the capital city of Nepal, is one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in South Asia. Rapid population growth and urbanization in Kathmandu have degraded the urban environment affecting the native biota. Therefore, a detailed assessment of avian species richness and its distribution in potential green spaces of the Kathmandu Valley is essential. We assessed the avian diversity in different habitats of the Tribhuvan University area, a potential refuge for birds in the urban landscape, by the point count method in the winter and summer of 2020. A total of 71 bird species from 39 genera and 32 families comprising 10 orders -'including the globally endangered Steppe eagle (Aquila nipalensis)' -were recorded. Of the 10 orders, Passeriformes (44 species), had the highest richness followed by Columbiformes, Piciformes and Cuculiformes (with four species in each). Among the feeding guilds, the insectivorous guild (with 28 species) had the highest species richness followed by omnivores and carnivores. A higher Shannon's diversity index was recorded in forest habitats (3.51) than built-up areas (3.45) or farmland (3.42). Despite the small size, our study has shown that the Tribhuvan University area is an important greenspace for birds in the Kathmandu Valley. An extensive exploration, monitoring and management of greenspaces are crucial for maintaining the ecological integrity of the urban landscape of the Kathmandu Valley.

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Tribhuvan University area serves as a greenspace for birds in the Kathmandu Valley, Central Nepal

Upadhyaya

Pandey²,

Khanal³

2022

JAD

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“…We did not observe Long‐billed vultures during the study period, probably due to their vagrant nature. This species has been reported in Kaski in 2014 and December 2015 (Dhakal et al, 2019; Inskipp et al, 2020). The Nepal population of Slender‐billed vultures has declined sharply since 1991; previously, the species was a common and widespread resident in Nepal (DNPWC, 2015; Grimmett et al, 2016; Inskipp et al, 2016).…”

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Vulture distribution and people perception of vultures in Pokhara Valley, Nepal

Dhakal

Sharma

McClure

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Ecology and Evolution

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Due to an abundance and diversity of vultures, Nepal is one of the most important countries for vulture conservation. Within Nepal, the Pokhara Valley is especially significant. We examine the distribution of vultures within the Pokhara Valley by conducting counts at 11 potential feeding or roosting sites using point count method. We further surveyed people of the valley regarding their perception of vulture ecology and conservation, knowledge of diclofenac use within the valley, and burial of livestock carcasses. We detected eight species of vultures, four of which are currently threatened with extinction. White‐rumped vulture Gyps bengalensis, Egyptian vulture Nephron percnopterus, and Himalayan vulture G. himalayensis were the most abundant. Almost all respondents (98%) had sighted the vultures in the wild. Formally educated respondents reported seeing vultures’ slightly more than nonformally educated respondents. Fifty‐eight percent respondents suspected habitat loss was the major threat for the vulture population decline in Pokhara Valley, and 97% respondents were not aware of any diclofenac use. The knowledge of vultures in people with different age groups suggests a more awareness programs are needed for local people, especially those who carry out animal husbandry and provide livestock to the vulture restaurant.

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“…Only two other records from the Mai valley, both at Hangetham in April 1999 (Inskipp 2006;Basnet 2007).…”

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Birds and habitats recorded in the lower Mai Valley Important Bird and Biodiversity Area

Inskipp¹,

Acharya

Giri³

2022

Nep. J. Zool.

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A bird survey was carried out in the lower Mai Valley Forests (MVF) Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA) in far eastern Nepal, between 180 m and 2200 m from 01 to 10 March 2022. An assessment was also made of the environmental conditions of forest and river habitats, and type and extent of agriculture. A comparison was made with a March 1981 visit. Observations were noted during a ten-day trek from Ilam (1205 m) up to Hangetham (2200 m) and down to Sukhani (180 m). The large number of 256 bird species was recorded, including one globally threatened and five globally near-threatened species, five restricted-range species, 20 nationally threatened and eight nationally near-threatened species. One new species for Nepal, black-breasted thrush Turdus dissimilis and three rare Nepal species not found in the IBA for at least 20 years, were also recorded. Extensive intact areas of semi-evergreen subtropical and lower temperate mixed broadleaved forests valuable for birds still remain. Tropical forests have been fragmented and mainly replaced by tea and rubber plantations, and also by the spread of agriculture. However, Sukhani still comprises a substantial semi-evergreen broadleaved forest important for birds, although it is highly threatened. Hunting is probably a significant threat to bird species in MVF. Despite loss and degradation of some forests, especially in the tropical zone, MVF still qualify as an IBA. The Mai Khola habitat has been severely damaged by the Mai Khola Hydroelectric Project, which became operational in 2015, resulting in serious declines in river birds. MVF remain outside the existing protected area network. Including MVF in Nepal’s protected area system would ensure conservation of the species-rich semi-evergreen mixed broadleaved tropical and subtropical forests that are currently an important omission. Further bird surveys are recommended at all elevations and in tropical and subtropical forests that have so far not been covered.

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Rare birds in Nepal

Cited by 8 publications

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Tribhuvan University area serves as a greenspace for birds in the Kathmandu Valley, Central Nepal

Tribhuvan University area serves as a greenspace for birds in the Kathmandu Valley, Central Nepal

Vulture distribution and people perception of vultures in Pokhara Valley, Nepal

Birds and habitats recorded in the lower Mai Valley Important Bird and Biodiversity Area

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