Acoustic monitoring of Orthoptera and its potential for conservation

Publication Type:Journal Article
Year of Publication:1998
Authors:Riede
Journal:Journal of Insect Conservation
Volume:2
Issue:3/4
Pagination:217 - 223
Date Published:Jan-01-1998
ISSN:1366638X
Keywords:bioacoustics, biodiversity, conservation, monitoring, Orthoptera, tropical forests
Abstract:

Songs of Orthoptera can be used for inventorying and monitoring of individual species and communities. Acoustic parameters such as carrier frequency and pulse rates allow the definition of recognizable taxonomic units (RTUs) which help to overcome the taxonomic impediment due to our scanty knowledge, particularly of tropical faunas. Bioacoustic diversity is a first estimate for species richness and provides baseline data which can be a prerequisite for conservation. Additional ecological and behavioural information such as habitat preference and singing schedules can be inferred. Many Orthoptera are sensitive indicator species for habitat quality in temperate and tropical ecosystems. Examples are given for evaluation of habitat quality and deterioration by acoustic detection of Orthoptera.

URL:http://link.springer.com/10.1023/A:1009695813606
DOI:10.1023/A:1009695813606
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Scratchpads developed and conceived by (alphabetical): Ed Baker, Katherine Bouton Alice Heaton Dimitris Koureas, Laurence Livermore, Dave Roberts, Simon Rycroft, Ben Scott, Vince Smith