Urban Bird Community Interaction with Ficus and non-Ficus Tree

Authors

• Eka Alifikri, Conservation of Tropical Biodiversity Degree Program, Graduate School IPB University, IndonesiaFollow
• Yeni Aryati Mulyani, Department of Forest Resources Conservation and Ecotourism, IPB University, Indonesia
• Ani Mardiastuti, Department of Forest Resources Conservation and Ecotourism, IPB University, Indonesia

Abstract

Ficus trees are recognised as keystone species in forest ecosystems and are crucial for urban wildlife, especially birds. IPB Darmaga Campus, a biodiversity-rich urban area, hosts a variety of plant species, including Ficus and non-Ficus tree species, along with diverse bird species. This study aimed to compare the utilisation of Ficus and non-Ficus plants by birds in the area. Observations were conducted on 5 Ficus benjamina, 5 Ficus microcarpa, and 10 non-Ficus tree individuals. Ficus trees were used by 15 bird species from 12 families, with 1700 recorded interactions. In contrast, non-Ficus trees were utilised by 11 bird species from 11 families with 1071 recorded interactions. Birds were observed feeding more frequently on Ficus trees, while vocalisation behaviours were more common on non-Ficus trees. Bird activity peaked in the morning for both plant groups, and birds primarily used the middle part of the tree canopy.

DOI

10.65844/2407-7860.1197

Recommended Citation

Alifikri, Eka; Mulyani, Yeni Aryati; and Mardiastuti, Ani (2026) "Urban Bird Community Interaction with Ficus and non-Ficus Tree," Jurnal Penelitian Kehutanan Wallacea: Vol. 15: Iss. 1, Article 8.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.65844/2407-7860.1197
Available at: https://scholarhub.unhas.ac.id/jpkw/vol15/iss1/8

Pages

35-47