STUDY OF AVIAN DIVERSITY, THREATS AND CONSERVATION OF BALLALESHWAR (VADALE) LAKE, PANVEL. DIST. RAIGAD (MAHARASHTRA)

Abstract

Abstract: The Balleshwar (Vadale) lake provides a vital role for present Avian fauna with a great place to eat, rest and breed. Lakes are part of the environment and ecosystem. In Panvel, the Urban area's numerous natural ecosystems are changing due to human activities. Population numbers fluctuated as a result of ecological shifts. Numerous species are experiencing sharp declines as a result of this connection. Birds are a great way to monitor the environment. Their sensitivity to their environment is high. They can detect changes in their environment with ease. Bird population changes often represent the first sign of environmental issues. For the protection of species, it's important to understand their life cycles, habitats, and ecosystems. The study indicates that Ballaleshwar Lake Panvel has bird biodiversity. We observed 25 families of bird species during our study period.