Die Kirche in Ghana

Avornyo, Raphael

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“…Despite a few fluctuations in ammonia, measured as its nitrogen content (NH 3 as N), data from 2020 to 2021 showed a general increase in both TSE-1 and TSE-2. In addition, the observed high values of COD and BOD indicate an oxygen deficit in the water of Al Karaana Lagoons [43], which is likely a direct result of this eutrophication, leading to oxygen deprivation that is unfavorable for supporting fish life, which, in turn, impacts piscivorous birds. Turbidity in the water due to eutrophication has also been linked to a lower abundance of some water birds, perhaps because it diminishes foraging efficiency [44].…”

Section: Changes In the Bird Community Following Rehabilitationmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…High alkalinity can potentially be harmful to aquatic life, so monitoring pH is of extreme importance. Having said that, the buffering capability of alkaline bodies of water is intrinsic to the protection of aquatic life against pH changes [43] and may, therefore, be a factor contributing to Al Karaana Lagoons' increased biodiversity. For example, the abundance of the Little Grebe (Tachybaptus ruficollis) in a lake in Pakistan was higher in periods with higher alkalinity, indicating that high pH may not necessarily immediately reduce bird populations [44].…”

Section: Changes In the Bird Community Following Rehabilitationmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Bird Communities and the Rehabilitation of Al Karaana Lagoons in Qatar

Draidia

Tareen

Bayraktar

et al. 2022

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Qatar, a peninsular country in the Persian Gulf, is significant to avian species due to its location along the African–Eurasian Flyway, a key migratory path. Receiving untreated domestic and industrial liquid waste from Qatar in the past, Al Karaana Lagoons have since been reconstructed as an artificial wetland to address the growing environmental concern posed by contamination build-up. This study documents the changes in biodiversity at Al Karaana Lagoons following their environmental remediation. Data collected (2015 and 2017) by Ashghal (Public Works Authority) prior to project implementation was analyzed alongside data collected independently following project completion (2019–2021). There was a marked increase in bird biodiversity following remediation, including substantial use by migratory species and resident breeders. Further analysis of water quality data of the TSE (treated sewage effluent) ponds shows that they are eutrophic but still support substantial bird life. The project’s success demonstrates how reclaimed lands can provide important habitats to local and migratory birds and encourages similar restoration efforts in the future in both Qatar and elsewhere. We call for the continued monitoring of the site and the implementation of guidelines for the use of the site that balance human activities and habitat quality.

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Section: Changes In the Bird Community Following Rehabilitationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Changes In the Bird Community Following Rehabilitationmentioning

confidence: 99%