Gazelle : The Palestinian Biological Bulletin (ISSN 0178 – 6288) . Number 124, April 2015, pp. 22-39. | Page 16

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Photo (21). Black-headed Gulls (Larus ridibundus) at the new established sewage
ponds in Wadi Gaza. Photo by: Ayman Dardona. 08.12.2014.

Conclusions and Recommendations
From our observations it is well concluded that the Black-headed Gull is the
most widespread aquatic bird in the study area. On the other hand it is noted
that the coastal area of the Gaza strip is a potential birding area especially for
aquatic birds; but the disturbance of humans in the summer time limit the
existence of aquatic birds in spring and summer time. These are not all the
birds in the study area, but this study gives basic information on the species
which can be expected in this area; also the establishment of the new sewage
ponds for the treatment of wastewater in Wadi Gaza may serve as a good
place for aquatic birds. Actually the study of aquatic birds is important and it
should be encouraged.
Here are the main recommendations for the decision makers:
1- Encouraging scientific research in this area.
2- Increasing the birding potential and to improve the management of the
Gaza Sea and the Fishermen Port, and this will improve the conditions
for the birds for stopovers
3- Establishment of bird stations for bird monitoring without disturbance.
4- Publishing booklets and brochures to help interested persons to
identify and observe aquatic birds.
Gazelle : The Palestinian Biological Bulletin – Number 124 – April 2015