The Crowned Dove (Goura
cristata) is an endemic bird species from Papua that is currently
experiencing a population decline due to hunting and habitat loss. Ex-situ
conservation efforts at Ragunan Zoo (Taman Margasatwa Ragunan) serve as a vital
strategy to ensure the survival of this species. This study aims to document
the daily activities of G. cristata within the Ragunan Zoo collection in
South Jakarta. Data collection was conducted through direct observation using
the Focal Animal Sampling (FAS) method from 08:00 to 15:00 during both weekdays
and weekends.
The results indicated that the dominant activity
for the male G. cristata was walking, while the female spent more time
feeding. These findings provide essential insights into the daily behavior of G.
cristata within a conservation environment, which can serve as a foundation
for implementing more effective management and maintenance strategies at
Ragunan Zoo and other conservation institutions.
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