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Ethno-Ornithological Insights: Traditional Uses of Avian Fauna Among Ethnic Communities in the Kashmir Valley

  • Unique Paper ID: 179151
  • Volume: 11
  • Issue: 12
  • PageNo: 5674-5694
  • Abstract:
  • Indigenous knowledge (IK) plays a crucial role in enhancing resilience and sustainability. Humans have long interacted with avian fauna, utilizing bird species and their products for various cultural and medicinal purposes. This study, conducted in the Kashmir Valley from January 2021 to December 2024, examines the ethnobiological significance of birds among three ethnic communities—Gujjar, Pahari, and Kashmiri. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and validated via group discussions. Statistical indices, including Frequency of Citation (FC), Use Value (UV), and Fidelity Level (FL), were applied, along with Principal Component Analysis (PCA) and Venn diagrams for cross-cultural comparisons. A total of 51 bird species from 17 families were documented, with Phasianidae being the most dominant (23%). Ethnomedicinal use was reported for 30 species, addressing 28 ailments, with flesh being the most commonly utilized part (72% medicinally, 50% culturally). Cough was the most frequently treated condition (N=6), with species such as Nettapus coromandelianus, Columba livia, Streptopelia decaocto, Streptopelia turtur, Columba rupestris, and Columba leuconota used for its treatment. Columba livia exhibited the highest FC (83), UV (93.25), and FL (75.90) for treating cough and paralysis. Cross-cultural analysis revealed that nine species (17%) were commonly utilized across all three communities. The highest similarity in bird usage (17%) was observed between Gujjar and Pahari, while the lowest (2%) was recorded between Gujjar and Kashmiri. This study provides a foundation for understanding the cultural significance of avian species in the northern Himalayas, promoting their sustainable use and conservation. Furthermore, the findings may aid in identifying bird-derived compounds for potential pharmaceutical applications.
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  • ISSN: 2349-6002
  • Volume: 11
  • Issue: 12
  • PageNo: 5674-5694

Ethno-Ornithological Insights: Traditional Uses of Avian Fauna Among Ethnic Communities in the Kashmir Valley

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