Nest design and breeding success in intraspecific investigations of non-cavity nesting avian species

Avian Biology Research, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Feb. 7, 2025

Although more than 60 hypotheses predict associations between characteristics of nest architecture and at least one measure breeding success, reproductive consequences remain quantitatively understudied. In addition, most detailed studies animal constructions in natural conditions were conducted on species built inside human-made nest-boxes that facilitate monitoring. Here, we present the first review methodologies research findings examined wildlife build nests outside cavities, mainly focusing nest-size components, animal-derived material, anthropogenic or fresh greenery (i.e., vegetative materials placed nest). We found 84 published field 51 non-cavity nesting bird from 10 different avian orders, members Passeriformes (69%). discuss why investigations reported weak relationships aspects design success. propose suggestions for future nests, also highlight importance poorly studied problems.

Language: Английский

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Behavioural ecology of Asian paradise flycatcher (Terpsiphone paradisi) with special reference to nesting and foraging within a bamboo-dominated forest patch of Damodar River floodplain, Howrah, West Bengal

International Journal of Avian & Wildlife Biology, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 9(1), P. 28 - 32

Published: Jan. 1, 2025

The study centered upon a summer visiting population of Asian Paradise Flycatcher (Terpsiphone paradisi; Linnaeus, 1758; IUCN: Least Concern), medium-sized passerine bird nesting within bamboo-dominated habitat in flood plain Damodar river at Bangalpur, Howrah, West Bengal. Ad libitum sampling, focal group sampling and time budget analysis has been conducted for three consecutive breeding seasons (March to August 2022-24) develop an understanding their behavioural ecology related foraging nesting. Rich entomofaunal diversity around agricultural landscapes provides ample resources establishing territories.

Language: Английский

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Influence of Nesting Habitat and Nest Emplacement on the Breeding Success of the Black Francolin (Francolinus francolinus, Phasianidae): A Case Study from Pakistan

Birds, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 6(2), P. 16 - 16

Published: March 25, 2025

Limited research exists on the breeding ecology of black francolin (Francolinus francolinus) in northern Pakistan. This study assessed egg dimensions, clutch size, hatching, fledging, and overall success across different habitats nests (n = 25) at Totali Game Reserve, Buner. Generalized linear models (GLMs) were used to analyze effects nest site characteristics traits parameters. Egg dimensions consistent sites whereas bush had slightly wider eggs. The average size was 5.9 ± 1.7 eggs, with an 4.8 1.0 hatchlings per nest. A total 111 chicks fledged, averaging 4.4 nest, yielding rate 75.5%. Nests containing six eggs higher hatching (76.6%). GLMs results showed a significant positive relationship between hatchling, while no effects. However, fledgling positively influenced by hatchling numbers, wetland significantly more fledglings (4.6 0.9) than those from dryland (4.0 1.2). These findings suggest Black Francolins prefer nesting areas bushes, likely due better protection favorable conditions.

Language: Английский

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Quantification of the effects of hatchling number on nest weight as a proxy for nest size when measured post-fledging

Journal of Ornithology, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: April 19, 2025

Language: Английский

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Effects of experimental nest treatment with herbs on ectoparasites and body condition of nestlings

Behavioral Ecology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 36(1)

Published: Dec. 4, 2024

Nest fumigation behavior involves the incorporation of fresh green plant fragments that contain ectoparasite-repellent volatile compounds into birds' nests. This is relatively rare among bird species, and there ongoing debate about whether it benefits parental breeding success. In this study, we experimentally tested inclusion aromatic-herbal in nests great tits

Language: Английский

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