Aspectos ecológicos das aves de rapina: um levantamento atual sobre dieta, reprodução e comportamento

Abstract

Birds of prey represent one of the most emblematic and, at the same time, least studied groups on the planet. Many of their species lack basic information regarding their ecology and natural history, which hampers the development of effective conservation strategies. This study aimed to assess the current state of scientific knowledge on birds of prey, with a focus on species occurring in the Cerrado biome. The methodology involved a review of scientific literature, gathering data on diet, behavior, and reproduction. The results reveal a significant lack of ecological information, particularly concerning endemic species or those with restricted distributions in the Cerrado. This scenario highlights the urgent need to expand research efforts focused on the ecology of birds of prey, in order to support more effective conservation actions.