Researchers from iTEAM’s GTAC have analysed hundreds of thousands of bird recordings collected along the Turia Gardens, from Parque de Cabecera to the Oceanogràfic, revealing how the acoustic landscape changes across the riverbed and throughout the year.
The study shows that just three species (the European serin, European robin and Common swift) account for more than 70% of the sound recordings analysed.
The project also highlights the presence and distribution of nocturnal raptors. The Barn owl (Tyto alba) is the most widely distributed nocturnal raptor along the Turia, while the Long-eared owl (Asio otus) and Little owl (Athene noctua) show more localised patterns.
October and November are also particularly significant months for bird migration and wintering. During this period, species such as the Song thrush, Hawfinch, Common chiffchaff and European robin become increasingly present in the Turia Gardens. Through Valencia-BioSoundscape, users can explore these acoustic patterns and discover which species can be heard in different sections of the river.
Explore the interactive routes and indicators through “Mi Dashboard”:
https://vlcbiosound.iteam.upv.es/routes