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@article{172312,
        author = {Vedant Dalvi and Mohini Bamane and Madhura Mukadam},
        title = {Ecological Insights into the Avian Biodiversity of Ratnagiri: Habitat Preferences and Conservation Perspectives},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {8},
        pages = {2685-2689},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=172312},
        abstract = {Ratnagiri, a district within the Konkan region of the Western Ghats, harbours rich avian biodiversity spanning wetlands, forests, grasslands, and urban landscapes. This study documents 23 bird species classified into eight orders and twelve families, analysing their habitat preferences, ecological roles, and conservation statuses. While most species are categorized as Least Concern, the Great Pied Hornbill (Buceros bicornis) and Malabar Pied Hornbill (Anthracoceros coronatus) face conservation challenges. The results emphasize the need for habitat-specific conservation strategies to preserve the ecological services provided by these birds, including seed dispersal, pollination, and pest control.},
        keywords = {Avian Biodiversity, Habitat Preferences, Conservation Strategies, Ratnagiri, Western Ghats.},
        month = {January},
        }