Kings Park is located south of Winnipeg, adjacent to the Red River and the University of Manitoba, and covers an area of 47 hectares (about 116 acres). The topography of the park is generally flat, within the Red River floodplain, and some areas have been slightly undulating due to artificial modifications, such as the landscape design around the pond and trail. The vegetation is dominated by deciduous tree species, including Manitoba maple, and Burr oak, and the meadows are mixed with native plants of the North American prairie. Wetland vegetation such as cattails and willows flourish in ponds and riverbanks, while Chinese gardens feature ornamental trees and shrubs. As a public green space in the city, it is common for tourists walking, jogging, bird watching or leisure.
research questions
How do different habitats (wetlands, deciduous forests, meadows, artificial gardens) affect the species composition and abundance of birds in parks? Do specific birds show a significant preference for certain vegetation types?
Do human activities (e.g., trail traffic, picnic noise) cause changes in bird activity rhythms? Is the bird diversity at the edge of the park near the city road significantly lower than in the inner core?