TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — An inaugural bird-watching occasion at Feitsui Reservoir on Saturday (Feb. 24) was held, which educated contributors concerning the essential function dams play in chicken conservation.
Led by consultants, 50 guests launched into an ecological exploration of the reservoir, a significant water supply serving six million residents in higher Taipei. Organized collectively by the Feitsui Reservoir Administration and the Wild Bird Society of Taipei, the occasion aimed to advertise environmental schooling and water conservation consciousness.
According to the Taiwan Biodiversity Research Institute, the reservoir hosts roughly 87 avian species, together with 65 resident birds, 15 winter migrants, three summer time migrants, and 4 non-native species.
Predatory birds, serving as ecological barometers, are essential indicators of a reservoir’s ecosystem well being. A 2017 survey recognized 20 raptor species at Feitsui Reservoir, representing 40% of all recorded in Taiwan and underscoring the ecosystem’s resilience.
The profitable rehabilitation of the black kite, as soon as diminished to a mere 200 people nationwide, is exemplified by its now frequent sightings on the reservoir.
Feitsui Reservoir additionally serves as a sanctuary for varied avian species such because the Taiwan barbet, Taiwan blue magpie, Taiwan blue pheasant, crested serpent eagle, black eagle, osprey, besra, maroon oriole, and fairy pitta, showcasing the reservoir’s wealthy biodiversity.
Taiwan blue magpies within the Feitsui Reservoir space. (Feitsui Reservoir Administration photograph)
A Taiwan blue pheasant within the Feitusi Reservoir space. (Feitsui Reservoir Administration photograph)
A bird-watching occasion on the Feitsui Reservoir. (Feitsui Reservoir Administration photograph)
