Bird Diversity and Distribution in relation to Urban Landscape Types in Northern Rwanda

• Published in: The Scientific World Journal
• Main Authors: T. Gatesire, D. Nsabimana, A. Nyiramana, J. L. Seburanga, M. O. Mirville
• Format: Article in Journal/Newspaper
• Language: English
• Published: The Scientific World Journal 2014
• Subjects: Ecology; Bray; Actitis hypoleucos; Common Sandpiper
• Online Access: https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/157824

Using the point count method, linear mixed models, Shannon’s diversity index, and Bray-Curtis cluster analysis, we conducted a study of the effect of urban fabric layout on bird diversity and distribution in northern Rwanda. The results showed a significant effect of city landscapes on bird richness...