Survey and Distribution of the Resident and Migratory Wild Bird Species in Different Habitats at Gharbia Governorate

Abstract

This work was conducted to survey and know distribution of some wild bird species at Gharbia Governorate during two successive years (2012)(2013)(2014). Twenty four bird species were recorded as resident birds were classified to fourteen as harmful bird species and 10 species were recorded as beneficial birds. These species were existed around the year. Five bird species as migratory bird species recorded during the study period were as follow, four species were recorded as harmful birds and one species was recorded as beneficial bird species.

Influence of some environmental factors on the biology of two terrestrial snails, Monacha obstructa (Pfeiffer) and Eobania vermiculata (Müller), under laboratory conditions

“…These snails have active dispersal capabilities, which enable it to successfully expand its range to new habitats (El-Okda, 1981). Temperature degrees, the relative humidity, photoperiod, food supply and habitat characteristics are considered the most important factors influencing the occurrence and survival of land snails (Mahrous et al, 2002;Martin and Sommer, 2004;Metwally et al, 2002;Millar and Waite, 2002;Panigrahi and Raut, 1994;Ramzy, 2009). Temperature and relative humidity are the primary factors determining snail activity (Cook, 2001).…”