Bird Diversity in Gangrar, Chittorgarh Rajasthan, India

Studying bird diversity in arid zones is vital for preserving biodiversity, understanding ecological processes, and addressing the environmental challenges specific to these unique and fragile ecosystems. This study aimed to investigate bird diversity in some selected places in Gangrar, examining the relationships between bird species and environmental factors. The study focused on three places, which are Nolagadri Ka Khera, Mansingh Ji Ka Khera, and Modsingh Ki Chawki. The study was conducted for 6 months (February 2024 – July 2024) weekly from 0600hrs to 1000hrs in the morning and 1600hrs to 1800hrs in the evening. The point count method was preferred and used for the survey. A total of 56 bird species which belong to 10 orders were identified in the study area. Order of Passeriformes was recorded with the highest species 33 (69.02%). While the order of Psittaciformes (2.45%), Gruiformes (1.23%), Accipitriformes (0.07%), and Bucerotiformes (0.07%) were recorded with the lowest species, (only one species) in the study area. Nolagadri Ka Khera has the highest number of individual species (527), while Modsingh Ki Chawki has 411 species and Mansingh Ji Ka Khera has 234 species. The bird diversity in Gangrar is influenced by many environmental and ecological factors which include, sparse vegetation consisting of grasses, shrubs, and scattered trees. The limitation of water in the Gangrar also contributes to the kind of species to thrive in the environment. Human influences affect the diversity of birds and they assist the birds and ensure the survival of the birds. The findings show the importance of acknowledging these kinds of ecosystems to maintain biodiversity and ensure the sustainability of bird populations.