Article

A Census Technique for Afromontane Forest Bird Communities

J. H. KoenSouth African Forestry Research Institute, Saasveld Forestry Research Centre , Private Bag X6515, George, 6530

South African Forestry Journaljournal1988en

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Abstract

SYNOPSIS An adapted spot-count method is proposed as a census technique for bird communities in Afromontane forests. Twenty 10-minute counts are necessary to census 100% of the species present. Until noon the time of day does not seriously affect estimation of density and species richness. The counts can be done over several days under similar weather conditions.

Topics

Ecology and Vegetation Dynamics Studies Species Distribution and Climate Change Botany and Plant Ecology Studies

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DOI: 10.1080/00382167.1988.9630333

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