Research on the breeding behavior of Ciconia nigra in Xiaowutai Mountain of Hebei
In order to understand the breeding behavior of th e Ciconia nigra in Xiaowutai Mountain and formulate scientifically effective conservation measures,a monitoring study was conducted from 2015 to 2023 using a combination of fixed-point observation and unmanned aerial vehicle technology.From 2015 to 2017,three breeding nests of Ciconia nigra were identified in Zhengjiagou,Songzhikougou and Jinhegou,confirming Xiaowutai Mountain as a breeding site for Ciconia nigra,with the surrounding wetlands serving as their foraging grounds.Subsequent continuous monitoring found the hatching of 44 Ciconia nigra chicks in the three nests.This comprehensive study provided a thorough understanding of the breeding behavior of Ciconia nigra in Xiaowutai Mountain,offering foundational data for scientific research on Ciconia nigra and serving as a scientific basis for the formulation of conservation measures.