Vol. 36 No. 1 (2021)

An island lens for argentine ornithology

Abstract

Many examples of important ecological processes come from island ecosystems. This is due to its limited space and biodiversity, as well as to the fact that its geological history and connection with continents are usually known in detail. However, in Argentina there is still a rudimentary knowledge about the birds that depend partially or totally on island ecosystems. In this work, I review and discuss ornithological information on the island ecosystems of Argentina, arguing that they may be a priority for future research and management. Knowing the biodiversity of the islands, their particularities and their current conservation status could be relevant in the future to avoid local extinctions. Moreover, islands can provide refuges for unique taxa and areas where invasive species management may be more feasible. Furthermore, understanding island ecology can be useful for studying and conserving other ecosystems, both terrestrial and aquatic, which is highly relevant in an increasingly fragmented landscapes.

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Ulises Balza (2021). An island lens for argentine ornithology. El Hornero, Vol. 36 No. 1 (2021), 7-16. https://doi.org/10.56178/eh.v36i1.383

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