ECOLOGICAL DIVERSITY OF WATERBIRDS FOUND IN UZBEKITAN

Abstract

The water bodies and wetlands of Uzbekistan provide habitats
for a wide variety of waterfowl species. These birds inhabit swamps, lakes, rivers,
and artificial reservoirs. More than 100 species of waterfowl have been recorded in
Uzbekistan, including herons, cormorants, swans, ducks, geese, and gulls. These
birds play a crucial role in the ecosystem by maintaining the ecological balance of
aquatic environments. However, their population and distribution are affected by
anthropogenic factors, climate change, and habitat degradation. Therefore,
ecological research is being conducted in Uzbekistan to protect waterfowl and
improve their habitats