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Document/Chapters/01-Introduction.tex

@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@ \chapter{Introduction}
 \label{cp:introduction}
 The University of Moratuwa is situated in close proximity to the Bolgoda Environmental Protection Area (EPA). Additionally, within the university grounds lies a natural terrestrial ecosystem commonly referred to as 'Kaju Kele.' This unique setting has established the University of Moratuwa as one of the urban universities in Sri Lanka with the highest diversity of bird species.
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-The last study conducted on the bird diversity at the University of Moratuwa dates back almost 20 years, utilizing data collected from August 2003 to March 2005[1]. The present paper is based on more recent data, spanning from October 2021 to January 2024, collected by the two authors.
+The last study conducted on the bird diversity at the University of Moratuwa dates back almost 20 years, utilizing data collected from August 2003 to March 2005[1]. The present paper is based on more recent data, spanning from October 2021 to March 2024, collected by the two authors.
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 The first volume of this series focuses on bird diversity, and upcoming volumes may explore other classes of flora \& fauna.
 \begin{figure}[!htpb]

Document/Chapters/02-Overview.tex

@@ -1,7 +1,7 @@
 \chapter{Overview}
 \label{cp:overview}
 \section{Data Collection Methodology}
-As mentioned above the data collection for this study occurred from October 2021 to January 2024. The process included random observations carried out consistently during this period, and certain nocturnal bird species were identified based on their distinctive calls. In January 2024, a roundup of special observations was conducted, encompassing the entire university to ensure comprehensive documentation of all bird species.
+As mentioned above the data collection for this study occurred from October 2021 to March 2024. The process included random observations carried out consistently during this period, and certain nocturnal bird species were identified based on their distinctive calls. Starting from January 2024, a roundup of special observations was conducted, encompassing the entire university to ensure comprehensive documentation of all bird species.
 \\\\
 To create the final comprehensive checklist of bird species, the data collected by both authors was merged.
 
@@ -31,12 +31,12 @@ \section{Eco-systems}
         \caption{"Kaju kele" forest patch.}
         \label{fig:figure-02.2}
     \end{subfigure}
-    \caption{Prominent natural eco-systems in the university}
+    \caption{Prominent natural ecosystems in the university}
     \label{fig:figure-02}
 \end{figure}
 
 \subsection{Hotspots}
-During the study, two hotspots were identified inside the above eco-systems which have recorded an exceptionally high number of bird species.
+During the study, two hotspots were identified inside the above ecosystems which have recorded an exceptionally high number of bird species.
 \begin{enumerate}
     \item  Boat Yard and the open land stripe with a lineup of trees between the Department of Civil Engineering and the Bolgoda lake.
     \item Upon entering 'Kaju Kele' from the end where the boat yard is situated, the open area to the left side near the first security guard room.

Document/Chapters/03-Diversity.tex

@@ -2,16 +2,16 @@ \chapter{Diversity}
 \label{cp:Diversity}
 
 \section{Species Richness}
-A total of 78 bird species were recorded during the period of study. This includes birds from 40 different families.\\
-Out of 491 total bird species found in Sri Lanka, this is roughly 15.89\%.
+A total of 84 bird species were recorded during the period of study. This includes birds from 41 different families.\\
+Out of 493 total bird species found in Sri Lanka, this is roughly 17.04\%.
 
 \begin{figure}[!htpb]
     \centering
     \includegraphics[width=0.9\textwidth]{Figures/pieChart1.png}
     \caption[]{Pie chart showing the recorded number of bird species in the university out of the birds recorded in Sri Lanka.}
     \label{fig:figure-01}
 \end{figure}
-\noindent 10 out of 78 bird species are migrants to the island while the other 68 species are breeding residents. 
+\noindent 12 out of 84 bird species are migrants to the island while the other 72 species are breeding residents. 
 
 \begin{figure}[!htpb]
     \centering
@@ -20,30 +20,40 @@ \section{Species Richness}
     \label{fig:figure-01}
 \end{figure}
 \section{Conservation Significance}
-The checklist includes single species listed in "Critically Endangered"[3] status and two species listed in "Nearly Threatened"[3] status. Five out of the recorded 78 birds are endemic to Sri Lanka, including,
+The checklist includes single species listed in "Critically Endangered"[3] status, two species listed in "Endangered"[3] status  and another two species listed in "Nearly Threatened"[3] status. 5 out of the recorded 84 birds are endemic to Sri Lanka, including,
 \begin{itemize}
 \item Crimson-fronted Barbet (\textit{Psilopogon rubricapillus})
 \item Red{-}Backed Flameback (\textit{Dinopium psarodes})
 \item Sri Lanka Green-Pigeon (\textit{Treron pompadora})
  \item Sri Lanka Hanging-Parrot (\textit{Loriculus beryllinus})
    \item Sri Lanka Swallow (\textit{Cecropis hyperythra})
 \end{itemize}
-Furthermore, the nests of the following bird species were documented.
+Furthermore, the nests of the following bird species were documented.\footnote{Nests were observed and photographed from a safe distance, utilizing a focal length of at least 650 mm.}
 \begin{itemize}
 \item Brahminy Kite (\textit{Haliastur indus})
 \item Brown-headed Barbet (\textit{Psilopogon zeylanicus})
 \item Green Imperial Pigeon (\textit{Ducula aenea})
+\item Lesser Whistling{-}Duck (\textit{Dendrocygna javanica})\footnote{Three-four juveniles and a pair of adult specimen seen daily in the Boat yard was the observation.}
 \item Purple-rumped Sunbird (\textit{Leptocoma zeylonica})
 \item Red-vented Bulbul (\textit{Pycnonotus cafer})
 \item Rose-ringed Parakeet (\textit{Psittacula krameri})
 \item Scaly-breasted Munia (\textit{Lonchura punctulata})
 \item Spotted Dove (\textit{Spilopelia suratensis})
 \item Sri Lanka Green-Pigeon (\textit{Treron pompadora})
+\item White-bellied Drongo (\textit{Dicrurus caerulescens})
 \item White-bellied Sea Eagle (\textit{Haliaeetus leucogaster})
-\item White-breasted Waterhen (\textit{Amaurornis phoenicurus})\footnote{Four juveniles and a pair of adult specimen observed daily in the Boat yard was the observation.}
+\item White-breasted Waterhen (\textit{Amaurornis phoenicurus})\footnote{Four juveniles and a pair of adult specimen seen daily in the Boat yard was the observation.}
 \item White-rumped Munia (\textit{Lonchura striata})
-
+\item Yellow-billed Babbler (\textit{Argya affinis})
 \end{itemize}
+\vspace*{\fill} %start tag of aligning the image to be bottom of the page.
+\begin{figure}[!htpb]
+    \centering
+    \includegraphics[width=\linewidth]{Figures/whistling-duck.JPG}
+    \caption[]{Lesser Whistling{-}Ducks with their offspring, at Boat yard.}
+    \label{fig:figure-01}
+\end{figure}
+\vfill  %end tag of aligning the image to be bottom of the page.
 \begin{figure}[!htpb]
     \centering
     \begin{subfigure}{0.45\textwidth}
@@ -74,22 +84,20 @@ \section{Conservation Significance}
     \label{fig:figure-02}
 \end{figure}
 % \nameref{cp:citations} (referred to as \autoref{cp:citations}).
-
 \section{Rarity of Species}
 While some of the species recorded are very common in the university premises, some others are relatively rare. There were even some species that were recorded only once during the period of study.
 \begin{itemize}
-    \item Black-winged Stilt (\textit{Himantopus himantopus})
-    \item Changeable Hawk-Eagle (\textit{Nisaetus cirrhatus})
+    \item Blyth's Reed Warbler (\textit{Acrocephalus dumetorum})
+    \item Gray-bellied Cuckoo (\textit{Cacomantis passerinus})
     \item Indian Golden Oriole (\textit{Oriolus kundoo})
     \item Indian Robin (\textit{Saxicoloides fulicatus})
     \item Painted Stork (\textit{Mycteria leucocephala})
-    \item Striated Heron (\textit{Butorides striata})
 \end{itemize}
 falls under this category.
 \begin{figure}[!htpb]
     \centering
-    \includegraphics[width=\linewidth]{Figures/crested-hawk.jpg}
-    \caption[]{A photograph of the one and only sighting of a Changeable Hawk-Eagle throughout the period of study, taken at boat yard.}
+    \includegraphics[width=\linewidth]{Figures/gray-bellied-cuckoo.JPG}
+    \caption[]{A photograph of the one and only sighting of a Gray-bellied Cuckoo throughout the period of study, taken at "Kaju kele".}
     \label{fig:figure-01}
 \end{figure}
 

Document/Chapters/04-Comparative.tex

@@ -2,15 +2,17 @@ \chapter{Comparison}
 \label{cp:Comparative}
 \section{Species}
 In the preceding investigation conducted roughly two decades ago, a total of 83 bird species were documented[1]. 
-\\\\
-In the present study, 12 additional bird species were identified that have not been recorded in the previous study which includes one endemic species. 
+\\
+In the present study, 15 additional bird species were identified that have not been recorded in the previous study which includes one endemic species. 
 
 \begin{importantbox}
 \subsection{Species recorded for the first time}
 \begin{enumerate}
     \item Black-Winged Stilt - \textit{Himantopus himantopus}
     \item Brown-breasted Flycatcher - \textit{Muscicapa muttui}
+    \item Common Moorhen - \textit{Gallinula chloropus}
     \item Eastern/Western Yellow Wagtail - \textit{Motacilla tschutschensis/flava}
+    \item Gray-bellied Cuckoo - \textit{Cacomantis passerinus}
     \item Great Cormorant - \textit{Phalacrocorax carbo}
     \item Indian Golden Oriole - \textit{Oriolus kundoo}
     \item Jerdon's Leafbird - \textit{Chloropsis jerdoni}
@@ -20,8 +22,8 @@ \subsection{Species recorded for the first time}
     \item Rock Pigeon (Feral) - \textit{Columba livia}
     \item Sri Lanka Green-Pigeon -\textit{Treron pompadora}
     \item Sri Lanka Swallow - \textit{Cecropis hyperythra}
+    \item Watercock- \textit{Gallicrex cinerea}
 \end{enumerate}
 \end{importantbox}
 
-Conversely, there are 17 species documented in the earlier study that were not recorded in the current research. This includes a single endemic species, Sri Lanka Grey Hornbill(\textit{Ocyceros gingalensis}).
-% \nameref{cp:citations} (referred to as \autoref{cp:citations}).
+Conversely, there are 14 species documented in the earlier study that were not recorded in the current research. This includes a single endemic species, Sri Lanka Grey Hornbill(\textit{Ocyceros gingalensis}).