A new study by Dr Carla du Toit, Professor Anusuya Chinsamy, and Associate Professor Susan Cunning from the University of Cape Town has unveiled the extraordinary sensory capabilities of Hadeda Ibises – shedding light on their remarkable range expansion across Southern Africa.
Significantly, this ability is contingent upon the moisture content of the soil. As humans irrigate soils in suburban and agricultural areas, creating wetter substrates, the ibises capitalise on this environmental change to efficiently locate their prey, thereby facilitating their range expansion. The rapid adaptation of Hadeda Ibises to changes in soil moisture levels underscores their resilience and adaptability,” notes Dr du Toit. “Understanding the sensory requirements of wetland birds is imperative for effective conservation strategies, particularly in the face of ongoing habitat alterations.”
The ibises’ characteristic loud calls have become a familiar feature in and around human settlements, marking a notable shift from their historical distribution in eastern regions of South Africa.
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