Habitat complexity boosts bird species richness and abundance in forests.
Structurally complex habitats with diverse trees attract more bird species and individuals. By studying 30 sites at Kioloa Coastal Campus, researchers found that habitats with higher complexity scores and larger tree diameters had more bird species and abundance. This means that having a variety of tree sizes and shapes can help increase bird diversity in an area. Land managers can use this information to improve habitat restoration efforts and keep track of biodiversity changes.