The use of weeping fig Ficus benjamina by wildlife in campus area of Dramaga, Bogor, Indonesia. Issue 1 (December 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Mulyani, Y A; Kusrini, M D; Mardiastuti, A; Oktaviani, R; Kaban, A
• Is Part Of: IOP conference series. Volume 948:Issue 1(2021)
• Publication Date: 2021-12
• Subjects: amphibians -- birds -- Ficus benjamina -- mammals -- reptiles; Earth sciences -- Periodicals; Environmental sciences -- Congresses; Environmental sciences -- Periodicals; 550.5
• DOI: 10.1088/1755-1315/948/1/012012
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1755-1307

Abstract

Abstract: Figs are recognized as keystone species in sustaining wildlife. Many studies showed that Dramaga Campus (Bogor) provides suitable wildlife habitat but no information available on the use of figs by wildlife in the area. This study aimed at identifying wildlife species and examining the role of weeping fig ( Ficus benjamina ) in the campus area. A rapid pre-survey was conducted to list wildlife species using fig trees in July 2020; observation on sample trees was conducted (September-November 2020) to obtain data on the type, time, and location of wildlife activities. The results showed that fig trees were used by mammals (4 species), birds (26 species), reptiles (12 species), and amphibians (2 species; found nearby the sample trees). Mammals used fig trees primarily as part of locomotion (59%) and feeding (28%), birds mainly were perching (63%) and feeding (29%), and reptiles mainly were found resting (86%). Mammals were active during day and night; birds were most active in the morning. Lizards were found during the day, while snakes were mainly observed during nighttime. Birds and mammals used lower to top strata, while reptiles used lower strata and trunk. Weeping figs have essential roles as wildlife habitats in peri-urban areas.