Camera trapping reveals multispecies use of water‐filled tree holes by birds and mammals in a neotropical forest

A study employing camera traps in the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve, Mexico, uncovered that water-filled tree holes (dendrotelmata) serve as critical resources for 21 bird and 9 mammal species. These species utilize dendrotelmata primarily for foraging and drinking, with a notable increase in drinking behavior among birds during the dry season. The study highlights the multifaceted use of these natural water sources across different seasons, providing insights into the ecological significance of dendrotelmata in neotropical forests.

Delgado‐Martínez, C. M., Cudney‐Valenzuela, S. J., & Mendoza, E. (2021). Camera trapping reveals multispecies use of water‐filled tree holes by birds and mammals in a neotropical forest. Biotropica, 54(1), 262–267. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/btp.13030