Analysis of habitat suitability of birds family Accipitridae in the forest park of Pocut Meurah Intan

Abstract

Birds are often used as indicators to describe the state of biodiversity, which means areas that are important for birds are also important for other flora and fauna. In addition, the distribution area of birds is well known, so that important regional livelihoods using birds as indicators can be carried out quickly and comprehensively. This research was conducted in February 2021, aiming to observe the habitat conditions of the Accipitridae family birds in Tahura Pocut Meurah Intan, Aceh Province. The method used in this research is an exploratory survey method. Data collection in the field by placing 15 observation points and 3 line transects is combined using the "look down method"and "upward observation". Data analysis using principal component analysis (PCA) method. The results obtained that the area of suitable habitat (suitable) with good categories for bird species of the family Accipitridae of 4306, 106 ha or 69.23% and the medium category, which is available for food and accessible, but there is no reproductive location and has a high level of disturbance. of 1727, 294 ha (27.77 %). Birds of the Accipitridae family can carry out activities and find prey in three different forest types, namely primary, secondary and open forests.