СТРУКТУРА И ФУНКЦИОНИРОВАНИЕ ФАУНЫ ГНЕЗДЯЩИХСЯ ПТИЦ АГРАРНОГО ЛАНДШАФТА КАРАКАЛПАКСТАНА

Аннотация

Subjects of research: Fauna and population of birds in major habitats of the rural landscape of Karakalpakstan and their economic importance. Purpose of work: An integrated study of the avifauna in the rural landscape of Karakalpakstan, revealing of the structure of population, study of ecological adaptation of birds to conditions of anthropogenic habitats, assessment of their economic importance. Methods of research: Zoological methods were used in the work. The results obtained and their novelty: A complete list of birds inhabiting the rural landscape Karakalpakstan is for the first time made; the structure, seasonal dynamics, numbers and distribution of birds over main habitats of the rural landscape are described. The ecology of fourteen commercially most important and typical avian species is studied and their economic importance for agricultural crops is assessed. Practical value: The materials of the thesis can be used in practical activities, for lectures and practical studies at biological and ecological courses delivered at higher educational institutions, lyceums, the propagation of nature conservation and raising ecological awareness of local residents. The author of the thesis provides an expert estimate of current numbers of birds. A number of recommendations on protection, attraction and sustainable use of birds have been developed. Degree of embed and economic effectivity: A system of biotechnical and social measures on the increase of numbers and species diversity of birds inhabiting agricultural landscapes, which contributes to an increase of their useful role in the elimination of noxious animals and weeds is suggested. Field of application: Nature protection, agriculture, scientific studies, higher and secondary specialized education.