Paper Title
Avifaunal Diversity and Community Composition Across Four Ecological Sites in Khandwa District, Madhya Pradesh
Abstract
The study of bird species abundance in the East Nimar region, specifically within the Khandwa District of Madhya Pradesh, reveals a rich ecological tapestry influenced by the proximity to the Satpura Forest Reserve. Bird abundance—a measure of the relative number of individuals of a specific species in a given area—serves as a vital indicator of habitat quality and food availability. In regions like East Nimar, the presence of diverse ecosystems ranging from dense woodlands to expansive wetlands creates ideal conditions for high avian density.The core plan of the observation was to study the avian species focused on species abundance of birds as lead subject at Satpura forest reserve, Khandwa District (M.P.). Four sites were selected for this study as Site A- Nagchoon, Site B- Nahalda, Site C- Hapla-Deepla and Site D- Junapani. Several species were observed in the present study. On this base Overall 196 Birds species were observed and maximum abundance of species found at Nagchoon.
Significant hotspots such as Nagchoon, Nahalda, Hapla-Deepla, and Junapani demonstrate how localized environmental factors dictate species distribution.Monitoring these abundance patterns in Khandwa is essential for conservation, as it helps researchers track the impact of seasonal changes and human activity on the biodiversity of the East Nimar landscape.
Keywords - Avifaunal Diversity, Species Abundance, Biodiversity, Khandwa District, East Nimar, Satpura Forest Reserve, Nagchoon.