| Authors | OLYAGHOLI Khalilipour, SEYED MOHAMMA B Nabavi |
|---|---|
| Journal | Podoces |
| Volume number | ۱ |
| Paper Type | Full Paper |
| Published At | ۲۰۰۶ |
| Journal Grade | ISI |
| Journal Type | Typographic |
| Journal Country | Iran, Islamic Republic Of |
Abstract
This study was carried out in Bamdej wetland to assess the diversity of waterbirds each month from October 2004 to March 2005. 47 species were identified. In all months of the census the number of waterfowl species was higher than that of waders. The maximum species number was observed in January, while the minimum was in October. In all months Scolopacidae had the greatest population in this wetland. The maximum number of individuals was 14834 birds in December. Anas crecca was the dominant species in October, November and December, Anas strepera in January and Fulica atra in Februry and March.