Spatiotemporal variations in migratory bird diversity and abundance along the coast of Gochang getbol

A study on Gochang getbol, a Korean tidal flat and center of clam production, reveals significant spatiotemporal variations in migratory bird diversity and abundance, influenced by human activities. Zones with lower human activity (zone1 and zone4) exhibited higher species richness, Shannon diversity, and abundance, particularly for conservation-related species like sandpipers. The research used bird monitoring data from five zones to analyze distribution patterns, employing ANOVA tests and fourth corner analysis. Findings suggest that natural or semi-natural habitats are crucial for migratory bird conservation, with zone4 emerging as a key area due to its low disturbance levels. While the study does not establish direct causal links between human activity and bird distribution, it highlights the potential negative impacts of intensive aquaculture on these ecosystems.

Lee, M.-B., Lee, J.-H., Bing, G.-C., Choi, W.-S., Ha, J.-M., Jang, J.-U., Kim, S.-Y., Son, J.-J., Chang, A.-J., Lee, J.-Y., Cho, D.-H., & Sung, H.-C. (2024). Spatiotemporal variations in migratory bird diversity and abundance along the coast of Gochang getbol. Plos One, 19(5), e0300353. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0300353