Searching for Javan Blue-banded Kingfisher in Central Java

Species Conservation Fund
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© Imam Taufiqurrahman

Project aims

  • Determine the distribution and population status of the Kingfisher along the upstream section of the  Sengkarang river system

  • Collect information on habitat requirements, diet and ecology of the Kingfisher

  • Raise awareness on the need to protect riverine forests and promote bird-friendly tourism activities by targeting river-based tour operators

Results

  • The kingfisher species was detected multiples times along the Wisnu and Welo rivers, with at least one male and female duo identified on the Wisnu.

  • The records enabled an improved understanding of the species’ ecology: all sightings were made along rocky streams with flowing water and good canopy cover (including relatively dense, mixed species agroforestry).

  • 53 villagers were involved in the surveys, and this was used as an opportunity to garner more community interest in the conservation of the species.

  • Three local tourism operators also joined the surveys, and this was used to help assess the potential for eco-tourism, focused on the kingfisher and other lowland bird species in the area.

Reports

Final report
 

AT A GLANCE

 

Organisation: Yayasan SwaraOwa

Country: Indonesia

Year project started: 2021

Species: Javan Blue-banded Kingfisher

Co-funder: Oriental Bird Club

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