Impacts of land use and invasive species on native avifauna of Mo'orea, French Polynesia.

ABSTRACT: Oceanic islands are among the most endemically biodiverse ecosystems in the world. They have been adversely impacted by human expansion, which affects regional biodiversity by altering the natural habitats of vulnerable, indigenous species. Birds represent a valuable indicator species of environmental change due to their ability to adapt quickly. Investigating the relationship between environmental change, abundance, and behaviors of birds can help us better anticipate potential impacts to island ecosystems. In addition, we can understand the population trends and restricted ranges of native avifauna, identify the regions needing protection, and assess habitat vulnerability linked to anthropogenic activities. In Mo'orea, French Polynesia, we studied nine passerine bird species using automa

SUBMITTER: ZoBell VM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5602700 | biostudies-literature | 2017

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature