Birds of the University of Mindanao Matina Campus, Davao City, Philippines

Milton Norman Dejadena Medina* and Analyn Anzano Cabras

Research and Publication Center, University of Mindanao, Davao City Philippines

Email: mnd_medina@umindanao.edu.ph 

Abstract

A rapid survey of bird fauna in the University of Mindanao Matina campus was conducted from October to November, 2016. Photodocumentation, visual encounter, and bioacoustics were conducted in grassland, mini forest, and open landscapes near college buildings. Seventeen species of birds were documented, 2 (11.76%) are endemic, 2 (11.76%) migrant and 14 (76.47%) are residents. Endemic species are Rhipidura nigritorquis (Philippine Pied fantail) and Dicaeum australe (Red keeled flower pecker). Despite being situated in highly urbanized area, UM still harbours numerous bird species suggesting that UM campus still has significant green spaces serving as birds’ microhabitats. This data should be included in the planning of future infrastructure projects in the campus to protect the remaining bird habitats. 

Keywords

Avifauna, Assessment, Birds, University of Mindanao, Urban, Biodiversity.

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