Abstract
A preliminary study on eagles in districts of Bundelkhand region (stretched between 23° 35'-26'N and 78- 82' E) has been carried out. An extensive survey was carried out (2006-2010) to know their population status and fluctuation in population, including breeding colonies in Bundelkhand region. The numbers of birds were recorded per year in different seasons, with the help of binoculars. Method was supported by photography. The most common species recorded during the study period was Milvus migrans govinda (resident species) while the rarer species were Haliaeetus leucoryphus, Ichthyophaga ichthyaetus. Aquila helica, Ictinaetus malayensis, Aquila chrysaetos as migratory species in Panna National Park. It was found that number of eagles also variable. It has been recorded that maximum number 1070 in 2010. Highest numbers of chicks were reported in 2009. Juveniles have more tendency of migration.
Highlights
Eagles are the excellent biological indicators of ecosystem health (Machange et al, 2005).They are the master of the sky (Grambo 1997).They kill other animals for food and are the good scavengers of nature
Milvus migrans govinda only species of eagles was reported in the region
Ictinaetus malayensis, Aquila clanga were reported as migratory species in Panna National Park
Summary
Eagles are the excellent biological indicators of ecosystem health (Machange et al, 2005). They are the master of the sky (Grambo 1997). They kill other animals for food and are the good scavengers of nature. Eagles help to control and stabilize the numbers of preys because they kill farm pests, such as rabbits, rats and grasshoppers. They help to maintain farm hygiene by catching sick animals and feeding on carrion No systematic study on the population ecology and nesting habits has been carried out on eagles in India. Eagles and gather attention from concerned authorities and local people to take conservation measures
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