9 research outputs found
Fortes densitĂ©s de la Gorgebleue endĂ©mique du littoral français (Cyanecula svecica namnetum) rĂ©vĂ©lĂ©es dans les roseliĂšres intertidales et perspectives de conservation au regard de lâĂ©lĂ©vation du niveau marin
Notre Ă©tude porte sur lâestimation de la densitĂ© au sein des roseliĂšres intertidales de lâestuaire de la Gironde (France) de la sous-espĂšce de Gorgebleue Ă miroir endĂ©mique du littoral atlantique français (Cyanecula svecica namnetum). Nous avons analysĂ© des donnĂ©es de points dâĂ©coute collectĂ©es durant le dĂ©but de pĂ©riode de reproduction grĂące Ă 94 stations distribuĂ©es sur 100 hectares. Lâanalyse des donnĂ©es intĂ©grant la probabilitĂ© de dĂ©tection des oiseaux en fonction de la distance de dĂ©tection (distance sampling) nous a permis dâestimer une densitĂ© moyenne de 20,5 ± 3,7 mĂąles pour 10 hectares (14,4 â 29.5 dans lâIC Ă 95 %). JusquâĂ ce jour, de telles densitĂ©s nâont jamais Ă©tĂ© documentĂ©es pour ce taxon endĂ©mique au statut de conservation prĂ©occupant compte-tenu de son relatif haut degrĂ© de spĂ©cialisation en termes de ressources trophiques exploitĂ©es, de son aire de rĂ©partition et de ses effectifs limitĂ©s. MalgrĂ© leur singularitĂ© compte tenu de la taille limitĂ©e de la zone dâĂ©tude, nos rĂ©sultats confirment lâimportance des marais cĂŽtiers pour C. s. namnetum. Au vu des importantes altĂ©rations des habitats littoraux inhĂ©rentes Ă la montĂ©e du niveau marin dĂ©jĂ observĂ©es sur les zones de reproduction de C. s. namnetum, nos rĂ©sultats mettent en lumiĂšre lâintĂ©rĂȘt Ă dĂ©velopper des stratĂ©gies de conservation pour les habitats exploitĂ©s par le taxon, intĂ©grant les rĂŽles-clĂ©s potentiels des zones arriĂšre-littorales pour compenser les pertes dâhabitats inhĂ©rentes aux effets des changements globaux en cours et Ă venir.Our study deals with density estimation in intertidal reed beds of the Gironde estuary (France) of the French endemic subspecies of Bluethroat breeding along the Atlantic coast (Cyanecula svecica namnetum). We analysed count point data collected during the beginning of the breeding period, with information gathered from 94 stations distributed over 100 hectares. Analysis of data integrating bird detection probability as a function of the detection distance (distance sampling) allowed us to estimate an average density of 20.5 ± 3.7 males for 10 hectares (14.4 â 29.5 within the 95 % CI). Up to now, no equivalent densities have been documented for this endemic taxa which is of conservation concern given its relatively high degree of specialization in terms of ecological resources exploited and its limited range and numbers. Despite their singularity given the limited size of the study area, our results confirm the particular importance of coastal marshes for C. s. namnetum. In view of strong alterations of coastal habitats due to the rise in sea level already observed in the breeding grounds of C. s. namnetum, our results highlight the interest in developing conservation strategies for habitats exploited by the taxa, integrating the potential key roles of back littoral areas
High densities of the french coastal endemic bluethroat (Cyanecula svecica namnetum) revealed in intertidal reed beds and conservation perspectives towards sea level rise
Our study deals with density estimation in intertidal reed beds of the Gironde estuary (France) of the French endemic subspecies of Bluethroat breeding along the Atlantic coast (Cyanecula svecica namnetum).
We analysed count point data collected during the beginning of the breeding period, with information gathered from 94 stations distributed over 100 hectares. Analysis of data integrating bird detection probability as a function of the detection distance (distance sampling) allowed us to estimate an average density of 20.5 ± 3.7 males for 10 hectares (14.4 â 29.5 within the 95 % CI). Up to now, no equivalent densities have been documented for this endemic taxa which is of conservation concern given its relatively high degree of specialization in terms of ecological resources exploited and its limited range and numbers. Despite their singularity given the limited size of the study area, our results confirm the particular importance of coastal marshes for C. s. namnetum. In view of strong alterations of coastal habitats due to the rise in sea level already observed in the breeding grounds of C. s. namnetum, our results highlight the interest in developing conservation strategies for habitats exploited by the taxa, integrating the potential key roles of back littoral areas in order to compensate losses of habitats due to the ongoing and forthcoming effects of global changes.Fortes densitĂ©s de la Gorgebleue endĂ©mique du littoral français (Cyanecula svecica namnetum)
rĂ©vĂ©lĂ©es dans les roseliĂšres intertidales et perspectives de conservation au regard de lâĂ©lĂ©vation du niveau marin.â Notre Ă©tude porte sur lâestimation de la densitĂ© au sein des roseliĂšres intertidales de lâestuaire de la Gironde (France) de la sous-espĂšce de Gorgebleue Ă miroir endĂ©mique du littoral atlantique français (Cyanecula svecica namnetum). Nous avons analysĂ© des donnĂ©es de points dâĂ©coute collectĂ©es durant le dĂ©but de pĂ©riode de reproduction grĂące Ă 94 stations distribuĂ©es sur 100 hectares. Lâanalyse des donnĂ©es intĂ©grant la probabilitĂ© de dĂ©tection des oiseaux en fonction de la distance de dĂ©tection (distance sampling) nous a permis dâestimer une densitĂ© moyenne de 20,5 ± 3,7 mĂąles pour 10 hectares (14,4 â 29.5 dans lâIC Ă 95 %). JusquâĂ ce jour, de telles densitĂ©s nâont jamais Ă©tĂ© documentĂ©es pour ce taxon endĂ©mique au statut de conservation prĂ©occupant compte-tenu de son relatif haut degrĂ© de spĂ©cialisation en termes de ressources trophiques exploitĂ©es, de son aire de rĂ©partition et de ses effectifs limitĂ©s. MalgrĂ© leur singularitĂ© compte tenu de la taille limitĂ©e de la zone dâĂ©tude, nos rĂ©sultats confirment lâimportance des marais cĂŽtiers pour C. s. namnetum. Au vu des importantes altĂ©rations des habitats littoraux inhĂ©rentes Ă la montĂ©e du niveau marin dĂ©jĂ observĂ©es sur les zones de reproduction de C. s. namnetum, nos rĂ©sultats mettent en lumiĂšre lâintĂ©rĂȘt Ă dĂ©velopper des stratĂ©gies de conservation pour les habitats exploitĂ©s par le taxon, intĂ©grant les rĂŽles-clĂ©s potentiels des zones arriĂšre-littorales pour compenser les pertes dâhabitats inhĂ©rentes aux effets des changements globaux en cours et Ă venir.Musseau RaphaĂ«l, Beslic Sonia. High densities of the french coastal endemic bluethroat (Cyanecula svecica namnetum) revealed in intertidal reed beds and conservation perspectives towards sea level rise . In: Revue d'Ăcologie (La Terre et La Vie), tome 73, n°2, 2018. pp. 115-121
Using miniaturized GPS archival tags to assess home range features of a small plunge-diving bird: the European Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis)
Abstract Background The European Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) is a small plunge-diving bird, today considered a species of conservation concern in Europe given its rapid population decline observed across the continent. We implemented a pilot study aimed at providing first data allowing to: (1) assess home range features of the European Kingfisher for populations with unevenly distributed feeding habitats; (2) define conservation implications for habitats exploited by such populations; and (3) evaluate possibilities for developing GPS tracking schemes dedicated to home range studies for this species that could be possibly applied to other small plunge-diving birds. Methods In 2018 and 2019, we equipped 16 breeding European Kingfishers sampled within the marshes of the Gironde Estuary (France), with miniaturized and waterproof GPS archival tags deployed with leg-loop harnesses (total equipment massâ=â1.4 g; average bird massâ=â40.18â±â1.12 g). Results On average, we collected 35.31â±â6.66 locations usable for analyses, without a significant effect on bird body condition (nâ=â13 tags retrieved). Data analyses highlighted rather limited home ranges exploited by birds (averageâ=â2.50â±â0.55 ha), composed on average by 2.78â±â0.40 location nuclei. Our results also underscore: (1) a rather important home range fragmentation index (0.36â±â0.08); and (2) the use by birds of different types of small wetlands (wet ditches, small ponds or small waterholes), often exploited in addition to habitats encompassing nest locations. Conclusions Our study reveals interesting GPS tracking possibilities for small plunge-diving birds such as the European Kingfisher. For this species, today classified as vulnerable in Europe, our results underline the importance of developing conservation and ecological restoration policies for wetland networks that would integrate small wetlands particularly sensitive to global change
Ecology of Aquatic Warblers Acrocephalus paludicola in a Fall Stopover Area on the Atlantic Coast of France
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Sensitivity of the European Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) to global change: evidence from home range features and contaminations by trace elements and organic pollutants, a case study in the marshes of Western Europe
This study, conducted in western France from 2018 to 2021, aimed to examine the environmental disruption risks faced by the European Kingfisher, a species of conservation concern in Europe. We focused on examining the risks associated with habitat reduction, as well as the potential exposure of the species to trace elements and organic pollutants, and the effects of these pollutions on the health of individuals. Through a GPS tracking program, our results highlight the potential importance of wetlands with reduced surface areas and shallow water for the species. Furthermore, by analysing mercury and pesticide concentrations respectively in feathers and in blood samples, we also observed significant contamination of these pollutants in birds' tissues, leading to various negative health effects. Our study highlights: i) the necessity for conservation and ecological restoration policies dedicated to small wetlands to mitigate the potential detrimental effects of global changes on the conservation status of the species, and ii) the significance of apex predators, like the European Kingfisher, as keystone species, in assessing the risks of wetland contamination by trace elements or organic pollutants
Les zones humides ou le lien terre-eau dans lâestuaire de la Gironde
Les zones humides sont des Ă©cosystĂšmes complexes abritant une biodiversitĂ© unique et fournissant de nombreux services Ă©cosystĂ©miques pour les sociĂ©tĂ©s humaines. Dans lâestuaire de la Gironde, les zones humides se sont formĂ©es sous lâinfluence du chenal dâĂ©coulement de lâestuaire ainsi que des forçages naturels (climat, variation du niveau des mers) et anthropiques (drainage, agriculture). Les marais ont en effet Ă©tĂ© intensĂ©ment modifiĂ©s par les hommes Ă partir du Moyen Ăge pour les besoins de..
L'estuaire de la Gironde : un écosystÚme altéré ?
Les Ă©cosystĂšmes cĂŽtiers et littoraux, incluant les estuaires, occupent environ 6 % de la superficie des eaux marines mais figurent parmi les zones les plus productives de la planĂšte. La forte concentration dâenjeux qui leur est associĂ©e tĂ©moigne de la richesse des services Ă©cosystĂ©miques rendus par ces interfaces. Soumis au changement climatique et Ă d'importantes pressions anthropiques, ils figurent parmi les Ă©cosystĂšmes les plus sensibles au changement global. Alors que les pressions sâaccroissent, la prise de conscience de lâintĂ©rĂȘt de prĂ©server les services Ă©cosystĂ©miques a amenĂ© Ă considĂ©rer lâĂ©volution durable des socio-Ă©cosystĂšmes estuariens. Les observations et les Ă©tudes menĂ©es sur lâestuaire de la Gironde, depuis de nombreuses dĂ©cennies, ont permis le recueil dâune remarquable quantitĂ© de donnĂ©es et de connaissances. Cette richesse est Ă lâorigine de cet ouvrage dont la dĂ©marche pluridisciplinaire permet le croisement des approches des sciences naturelles, des sciences humaines et sociales et des enjeux des acteurs de la sociĂ©tĂ© civile. Cette approche globale fait Ă©merger lâidĂ©e quâun systĂšme estuarien, notamment celui de la Gironde, unique en France, est un systĂšme complexe fragilisĂ©, en perpĂ©tuelle Ă©volution, montrant des modifications rapides de fonctionnement. Comprendre lâĂ©cosystĂšme estuarien de la Gironde paraĂźt fondamental. Il est dĂ©sormais indĂ©niable quâune sociĂ©tĂ© quelle quâelle soit ne peut se dĂ©velopper durablement quâen respectant la dynamique du milieu dans lequel elle vit. Comme lâa remarquĂ© Stephen Hawking (physicien thĂ©oricien et cosmologiste) : mĂȘme les fatalistes regardent la route avant de traverser ! Comment lâHomme pourra sâadapter aux modifications de cet environnement de contact terre/mer ? Quel est lâimpact des sociĂ©tĂ©s humaines sur les espĂšces et sur le milieu ? Quelles modifications va engendrer le rĂ©chauffement accĂ©lĂ©rĂ© du climat ? Quelles consĂ©quences va entraĂźner la montĂ©e du niveau des mers ? Ces questions de plus en plus prĂ©gnantes dans notre esprit collectif constituent un des fondements du bilan rĂ©actualisĂ© que reprĂ©sente cet ouvrage de synthĂšse richement illustrĂ© et accessible Ă tous