Sealing of areas in Berlin threatens bird stocks: Experts warn of the increasing loss of habitat
Sealing of areas in Berlin threatens bird stocks: Experts warn of the increasing loss of habitat
The sealing of areas is currently the greatest threat to birds in Berlin, says ornithologist Frank Sieste. According to Sieste, the seal has more influence on birds than climate change. Due to the continued construction of buildings, the habitat of the birds in the city continues to decrease. This means that the birds lack opportunities to build their nests and rest. The existence of many bird species is endangered without breeding areas.
Species such as the brachpieper, the stone gauer and the river rain pipes that live on areas that are left to themselves are particularly affected. In order to maintain the existence of these species, it is important to partially maintain large parks, forest areas and fallow land. These include, for example, areas on the roadside, at train stations or on construction sites. The former airport areas in Tegel, Tempelhof, Johannisthal and Gatow also offer valuable habitats for birds. In contrast to many rural regions, birds in Berlin still have enough food available. There are a lot of flowering plants in the capital that are not sprayed with poison. As a result, there are still a lot of insects that serve as food for birds. In addition, bird feed is not necessary from the ornithologist's point of view.Some bird species are particularly well known for their presence in Berlin, including the house sparrow, also known as Spatz, and the nightingale. Due to climate change and rising temperatures, new or rare bird species also come to the capital. An example of this is the silver heron. The Wiedhopf, a bird species with a striking feather dress, also returns to Berlin due to climate change. For a long time, the Wiedhopf was considered extinct in the capital.
To do something good for the birds in the city, good nesting facilities are crucial. For new buildings or renovations, it is important to incorporate nesting stones into the masonry. These stones offer cave -brooding species such as the wall sailor, the sparrow or the tit, the opportunity to build their nests. In this way, the existence of certain bird species can be preserved. The city's living space continues to grow worldwide, which increases its importance for birds.
SoIt is important to contain the sealing of areas in Berlin and to maintain habitats for the many bird species in order to secure their existence and to preserve the variety of bird world in the city.