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Résumé :
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Water availability is crucial for birds, especially during high temperatures when hydration needs increase. While food provisioning has been well studied, less is known about how artificial water sources affect avian behaviour. We examined whether the colour of water containers (white, green, red) influences bird visitation rates and species richness in a rural garden. Over 30 days, we recorded 304 visits by four species. Birds initially avoided red containers, but visit rates increased over time, suggesting habituation. Green containers attracted the highest number of visits, whereas temperature significantly affected species richness and visitation rates. These findings highlight the importance of accessible water sources under warm conditions and provide insights into bird interactions with anthropogenic resources in modified landscapes.
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