Building forest composite indicator for a protected area by systematic citizen science protocol
Date Issued
2024-10-17
Author(s)
Meng-Wen Fan
Abstract
Systematic citizen science is a crucial tool for assessing the trends of species, taxa, environmental health, and conservation effectiveness. Despite its significance, there is a discernible gap in utilizing systematic citizen science to assess conservation efficiency through population and indicator trajectories in protected areas. To address this, a systematic citizen science protocol was instituted within Yangmingshan National Park, grounded. Sixteen survey transects, each containing at least six survey points within the trail system, were established, with comprehensive bird surveys conducted quarterly. In 2022, surveys recorded 5,013 individual birds across 77 species. In terms of population trajectories, only Morrison's Fulvetta (Alcippe morrisonia) showed significant decline, and that of the other 21 species showed non-significant changes. The multi-species indicator, the “Forest Bird Indicator of Yangmingshan National Park” showed no significant change. After ten training workshops, a marked improvement was noted in participants’ scores, with the majority being able to correctly identify most species post-training. Continuous efforts to enhance survey techniques and identification skills have bolstered data quality. The establishment of a comprehensive bird monitoring system, integrating various survey and analysis methods while concurrently training personnel, has facilitated the long-term monitoring of shifts in bird diversity within protected areas. This reflects environmental fluctuations and underlines conservation effectiveness, thereby highlighting the pivotal role of systematic citizen science in these vital areas.
Event(s)
113年森林資源永續發展研討會
Publisher
中華林學會
Description
台北，台灣
Type
conference presentation