Design method of east coastal crested ibis wild mesh cage

Abstract

The invention belongs to the technical field of biological monitoring, and discloses an eastern coastal crested ibis wild net cage design method, which carries out crested ibis wild release activities in eastern coastal areas for the first time. A coastal tidal habitat is created by utilizing rising and falling of natural tide for the first time, and a coastal crested ibis wild training net cage is established; in wild training, data are recorded in various modes such as food conversion experiments, video monitoring and habitat management, and individual archives of crested ibis are gradually established.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention belongs to the technical field of biological monitoring, and particularly relates to a design method for a wilding cage for crested ibises in the eastern coastal areas. Background Art

[0002] The crested ibis (Nipponia nippon) is an endangered species in the world, one of the 12 flagship species among the 48 critically endangered wild animals listed in the "Forest and Grassland Planning Outline", and also one of the 15 key species for the wilding and release of critically endangered wild animals. However, there are still large gaps in the historical distribution areas of crested ibises in the eastern coastal areas, and currently all populations do not have the ability to migrate. Reconstructing migratory populations is a necessary goal for crested ibis conservation work and is challenging.

[0003] Through the above analysis, the problems and defects existing in the prior art are as follows:

[0004] There are still large gaps in the historical distribution areas of crested ibises in the eastern coastal areas, and currently all populations do not have the ability to migrate. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of the problems existing in the prior art, the present invention provides a design method for a wilding cage for crested ibises in the eastern coastal areas.

[0006] The present invention is implemented as follows. A design method for a wilding cage for crested ibises in the eastern coastal areas includes:

[0007] Step 1: Build 3 isolation cages and a large wilding training cage that simulates the microhabitat of a coastal wetland. The wilding release training cage is 18 meters high and covers an area of 1,200 square meters. Build a water connection in the cage and create a shallow water mudflat with the water level changes in the intertidal zone of the coastal beach according to the natural tide.

[0008] Step 2: Introduce aquatic animals through free seawater to cultivate food suitable for crested ibises.

[0009] Step 3: Build soil slopes, trees, mudflats, marshes, shrubs, grasslands, and ditches in the cage to create various habitats for crested ibises and anti-collision measures.

[0010] Step 4: Install cameras around the cages to ensure no dead angles for observing individual crested ibises and observe the wilded individual crested ibises.

[0011] Step 5: Record the foraging, flying, resting, and alert behaviors of crested ibises, evaluate the phased effects of food conversion training, and timely adjust the wilding training plan.

[0012] Furthermore, the wilding training plan method is as follows:

[0013] (1) Apply for the allocation of crested ibises and conduct wilding training;

[0014] (2) Crested Ibis feeding habit conversion experiment;

[0015] Furthermore, the application for allocation of Crested Ibis and wildization training:

[0016] Apply to the forestry and grassland bureau for allocating 20 Crested Ibis; carry out wildization training for Crested Ibis, and discuss and determine "the location of the wildization training net cage, the scale and time of wildization release";

[0017] Furthermore, the Crested Ibis feeding habit conversion experiment:

[0018] Carry out the Crested Ibis feeding habit conversion experiment in the wildization training net cage, and try to use mudskippers, nereids, sea shrimps, and mudflat crabs in the mudflat wetland as food to replace the original artificial feed of mealworms and loaches;

[0019] Check the feeding situation of Crested Ibis on different types of food through a surveillance camera; after the Crested Ibis finishes feeding, take out the food basin from the large net cage, weigh the mass of the remaining food, calculate the feeding ratio of the Crested Ibis, and fill in the feeding habit conversion experiment record form.

[0020] The present invention is implemented as follows. A wildization cage design system includes:

[0021] A training construction module for building 3 isolation cages and a large wildization training net cage that simulates the microhabitat of the coastal wetland; the wildization release training net cage is 18 meters high and covers an area of 1,200 square meters. A water connection is constructed in the net cage, and the water level change of the intertidal zone of the coastal mudflat is created according to the natural tide to form a shallow water mudflat;

[0022] A cultivation module for introducing aquatic animals through free seawater to cultivate food suitable for Crested Ibis;

[0023] A habitat module for building soil slopes, trees, mudflats, swamps, shrubs, grasslands, and ditches in the net cage to create various habitats and anti-collision measures for Crested Ibis;

[0024] An observation module for installing cameras around the cage to ensure that there is no dead angle to observe individual Crested Ibis and observe the wildized individual Crested Ibis;

[0025] A recording module for recording the foraging, flying, resting, and warning behaviors of Crested Ibis, evaluating the phased effects of food conversion training, and timely adjusting the wildization training plan.

[0026] The present invention is implemented as follows. A computer device includes a memory and a processor. When the computer program stored in the memory is executed by the processor, the processor executes the steps of the method for designing the wildization net cage for Crested Ibis in the eastern coastal area.

[0027] The present invention is implemented as follows: a computer-readable storage medium stores a computer program, and when the computer program is executed by a processor, the processor executes the steps of the method for designing a net cage for rewilding crested ibis on the eastern coast.

[0028] The present invention is implemented in the form of an information data processing terminal, which is used to implement the wild cage design system.

[0029] In combination with the above technical solutions and the technical problems solved, the advantages and positive effects of the technical solutions to be protected by the present invention are as follows:

[0030] First, in view of the technical problems existing in the above-mentioned prior art, some creative technical effects are brought about after solving the problems. The specific description is as follows:

[0031] (1) The first reintroduction of crested ibis into the wild was carried out in the eastern coastal areas;

[0032] (2) For the first time, the natural ebb and flow of tides was used to create a coastal tidal habitat and to build a coastal crested ibis rewilding training cage;

[0033] (3) Conduct a wild training and diet conversion experiment on Crested Ibis in a certain region to evaluate its adaptability to coastal habitats.

[0034] Second, the method for designing a net cage for wilding crested ibis in the eastern coastal area provided by the present invention solves key problems in the prior art and brings about significant technological progress. The following is a detailed description of these problems:

[0035] 1. Limitations of existing rewilding methods: Traditional rewilding methods are often too simple and do not fully consider the natural living habits and needs of animals, resulting in poor rewilding results and difficulty for animals to adapt to the wild environment.

[0036] 2. Insufficient observation and record keeping during the rewilding process: Previous rewilding training often lacked detailed observation and record keeping of animal behavior, making it difficult for trainers to accurately evaluate training effectiveness and to adjust training plans in a timely manner.

[0037] 3. Challenges of food conversion and habitat adaptation: For certain animals such as the crested ibis, food conversion and habitat adaptation are two major challenges in the rewilding process. How to effectively convert diets and ensure that animals can adapt to wild habitats is an urgent problem to be solved in existing technologies.

[0038] Technological advancements:

[0039] 1. Innovative cage design: This method takes into full consideration the natural living habits of the Crested Ibis by designing a large mesh cage that simulates the microhabitat of coastal wetlands for wild training, providing the Crested Ibis with a habitat that is closer to nature and helping it better adapt to life in the wild.

[0040] 2. Improved food conversion and habitat adaptation plan: By cultivating food suitable for crested ibises, constructing various habitats, and taking anti-collision measures, this method effectively solves the problems of food conversion and habitat adaptation of crested ibises, and improves the success rate of rewilding.

[0041] 3. Precise behavior observation and recording: By installing cameras around the cages, this method enables all-round observation of individual crested ibises, and details of their behaviors such as foraging, flying, resting, and alerting are recorded, providing strong support for evaluating training effects and adjusting training plans.

[0042] 4. Scientific rewilding training plan: This method adopts a series of scientific rewilding training steps, including field investigations, food habit conversion experiments, etc., ensuring the scientific nature and effectiveness of the entire rewilding process.

[0043] This method for designing a rewilding cage for crested ibises along the eastern coast solves the key problems in the prior art through innovative cage design, improved food conversion and habitat adaptation plans, precise behavior observation and recording, and scientific rewilding training plans, bringing significant technological progress, and providing a more effective and reliable method for the rewilding training of animals such as crested ibises. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0044] Figure 1 is a flowchart of the method for designing a rewilding cage for crested ibises along the eastern coast provided by an embodiment of the present invention.

[0045] Figure 2 is a block diagram of the structure of a rewilding cage design system provided by an embodiment of the present invention.

[0046] Figure 3 is a diagram of a crested ibis rewilding cage and an isolation cage provided by an embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

[0047] In order to make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the present invention clearer, the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present invention and are not used to limit the present invention.

[0048] As Figure 1 shown, a method for designing a rewilding cage for crested ibises along the eastern coast provided by an embodiment of the present invention includes the following steps:

[0049] S101, build 3 isolation cages and a large rewilding training cage that simulates the microhabitat of a coastal wetland; the rewilding release training cage is 18 meters high and covers an area of 1,200 square meters. A water connection is constructed in the cage, and the water level change in the intertidal zone of the coastal mudflat is created according to the natural tide to form a shallow water mudflat.

[0050] S102, Introduce aquatic animals through free seawater to cultivate food suitable for crested ibises.

[0051] S103, Build earthen slopes, trees, tidal flats, swamps, shrubs, grasslands, and ditches in the net cages to create various habitats for crested ibises and anti-collision measures.

[0052] S104, Install cameras around the cages to ensure no dead angles for observing individual crested ibises and observe the wild crested ibises.

[0053] S105, Record the foraging, flying, resting, and alert behaviors of crested ibises, evaluate the phased effects of food conversion training, and adjust the wild training plan in a timely manner.

[0054] The wild training plan provided by the embodiment of the present invention is as follows:

[0055] (1) Apply for the allocation of crested ibises and conduct wild training.

[0056] (2) Crested ibis food habit conversion experiment.

[0057] The crested ibis food habit conversion experiment provided by the embodiment of the present invention:

[0058] Conduct a crested ibis food habit conversion experiment in the wild training net cage, and try to use mudskippers, nereids, sea shrimps, and tidal flat crabs in the tidal flat wetland as food to replace the original artificial feed of mealworms and loaches.

[0059] Check the feeding situation of crested ibises on different types of food through a monitoring camera; after the crested ibises finish feeding, take out the food bowls from the large net cage, weigh the remaining food quality, calculate the feeding ratio of crested ibises, and fill in the food habit conversion experiment record form.

[0060] The said application for the allocation of crested ibises and wild training:

[0061] Apply to the Forestry and Grassland Bureau for the allocation of 20 crested ibises to conduct wild training on crested ibises, and discuss and determine the "location of the wild training net cage, scale and time of wild release".

[0062] As Figure 2 shown, a wild cage design system provided by the embodiment of the present invention includes:

[0063] A training construction module for building 3 isolated cages and a large wild training net cage for simulating the microhabitat of the coastal wetland; the wild release training net cage is 18 meters high and covers an area of 1,200 square meters. Build a water connection in the net cage and create a shallow water mudflat with the water level change of the intertidal zone of the coastal beach according to the natural tide.

[0064] A cultivation module for introducing aquatic animals through free seawater to cultivate food suitable for crested ibises.

[0065] The habitat module is used to build earth slopes, trees, mudflats, swamps, bushes, grasslands, and ditches in the cage to create various habitats and anti-collision measures for the crested ibis;

[0066] The observation module is used to install cameras around the cage to ensure that the crested ibis are observed from all angles and to observe the wild crested ibis;

[0067] The recording module is used to record the foraging, flying, resting and vigilance behaviors of the red-crowned crane, evaluate the phased effect of food conversion training, and adjust the wild training plan in a timely manner.

[0068] The present invention is implemented as follows: a computer device, the computer device includes a memory and a processor, the memory stores a computer program, and when the computer program is executed by the processor, the processor executes the steps of the method for designing a net cage for rewilding red-crowned cranes on the eastern coast.

[0069] The present invention is implemented as follows: a computer-readable storage medium stores a computer program, and when the computer program is executed by a processor, the processor executes the steps of the method for designing a net cage for rewilding crested ibis on the eastern coast.

[0070] The present invention is implemented in the form of an information data processing terminal, which is used to implement the wild cage design system.

[0071] The present invention has the following innovative features:

[0072] (1) The first reintroduction of crested ibis into the wild was carried out in the eastern coastal areas of my country;

[0073] (2) For the first time, the natural ebb and flow of tides was used to create a coastal tidal habitat and to build a coastal crested ibis rewilding training cage;

[0074] In order to ensure the smooth progress of the project, the following work was done during the specific implementation process:

[0075] Through the rigorous research and site selection phase, the reserve and the Crested Ibis research team of Beijing Forestry University conducted 4 days of field surveys and discussions. Utilizing the research results of the Crested Ibis research team of Beijing Forestry University on the prediction of suitable reintroduction sites across the country, this project integrated the potential suitable habitats of Crested Ibises in a certain reserve area based on 2 criteria: 1) The nesting site is within 5 km of the foraging site; 2) The roosting site is within 10 km of the foraging site. Four candidate sites for Crested Ibis release were screened, namely: (1) The small island saline-alkali land. The candidate site of the small island saline-alkali land is a wetland restoration project carried out by the reserve. The surrounding view is open, attracting heron birds to forage, and having certain food resources available for Crested Ibises. The disadvantage is the lack of tall trees nearby, which is not conducive to Crested Ibises nesting and roosting nearby; (2) The second gate. The candidate site of the second gate is relatively close to the trench, facilitating access to the sea water to form a shallow water area in the trench, and simulating the water level changes in the intertidal zone of the coastal tidal flat through natural tides. There are tall arbors around, facilitating Crested Ibises nesting and roosting at night, and there is a large area of paddy fields in the buffer zone across the river to the north, which can provide sufficient food sources for Crested Ibises; (3) The patrol boat dock. The candidate site of the patrol boat dock is relatively close to the Xinyang Port and the dock. There is a trench connecting to the Xinyang Port, with obvious natural tidal characteristics, and there are tall arbors around that can provide night roosting and nesting for Crested Ibises. The disadvantage is that it is relatively close to the navigable river and port, and the noise of passing fishing boats may interfere with Crested Ibises; (4) The Xiaoxin River management station. The candidate site of the Xiaoxin River management station is connected to the Yellow Sea by a trench, and there are also rich wetland and arbor resources. The disadvantage is that this area is adjacent to the core area, and there is a watchtower more than twice as tall as the trees nearby. There are often patrol personnel and tourists climbing the tower to overlook, which interferes with Crested Ibises. Through comprehensive analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of the above candidate sites and based on the prediction and habitat integration results, the potential suitable habitat distribution of Crested Ibises in a certain reserve area was finally screened out, and the "second gate" candidate site was selected as the construction site for the wild release training cage and the site for "soft release" of Crested Ibises.

[0076] Table 1-1 Comparison table of the score of each index of the candidate sites

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[0078]

[0079] Formulate the "Implementation Plan for the Design Project of the Wilding Enclosure in a Certain Area of Jiangsu". According to the implementation plan, 3 isolation enclosures and a large wilding training net cage simulating the microhabitat of the coastal wetland were built. The wilding release training net cage is 18 meters high and covers an area of 1,200 square meters. Hydrological connectivity was constructed in the net cage, and the water level changes in the intertidal zone of the coastal beach were created according to the natural tide to form a shallow water mudflat. Aquatic animals were introduced through the free seawater belt to cultivate food suitable for crested ibises. There are soil slopes, trees, beaches, swamps, shrubs, grasslands, ditches, etc. built in the net cage to create various habitats for crested ibises and anti-collision measures. At the same time, cameras were installed around the enclosures to ensure that the individual crested ibises can be observed without dead angles, facilitating the observation of the wilding crested ibises. Record the foraging, flying, resting, alerting and other behaviors of the crested ibises, evaluate the phased effects of the food conversion training, and adjust the wilding training plan in a timely manner.

[0080] Carry out the crested ibis food habit conversion experiment in the wilding training net cage. Try to use mudskippers, nereid worms, sea shrimps, beach crabs and other beach wetland foods to replace the original artificial feeds such as mealworms and loaches. Check the feeding situation of the crested ibises on different types of foods through the monitoring cameras. After the crested ibises finish feeding, take out the food bowls from the large net cage, weigh the mass of the remaining foods, calculate the feeding ratio of the crested ibises, and fill in the food habit conversion experiment record form.

[0081] The reintroduction of crested ibises in the coastal wetland of a certain area in Jiangsu is an important attempt to rebuild the migratory population of crested ibises. After migrating from the inland to the coastal beach habitat, how to help the crested ibises adapt to the local endemic foods and improve the survival rate after release is a major problem in the wilding training of crested ibises. Therefore, it is necessary to carry out food conversion experiments during the wilding training of crested ibises, and help the crested ibises identify and actively obtain local endemic foods through the training method of food enrichment, explore the food selection and food habit changes of crested ibises in the beach habitat, improve the food adaptation ability and foraging success rate of crested ibises, so as to improve the survival rate after release.

[0082] In addition, prepare a certain amount of fresh mealworms and breadworms (yellow mealworms) as nutritional supplementary baits, and prepare an electronic scale, a ruler, a camera, a -80°C refrigerator, a crested ibis food conversion record form, a camera, a computer, a Fluorite Cloud APP, etc. to help weigh the foods, refrigerate the specimens, and observe and record the feeding situation of the crested ibises.

[0083] After more than 4 months of wilding training, after evaluating the fitness of the wilding trained crested ibis individuals from aspects such as night roosting, flying, overall appearance, foraging, and behavior monitoring, 20 crested ibises and 3 little egrets were all released into the wild on October 27, 2023.

[0084] Relying on the crested ibis rewilding and release project in a certain nature reserve in a certain area, publicize the achievements of ex-situ conservation and rewilding and release of crested ibises. Through activities such as the crested ibis introduction and release ceremony and cooperation with the media, periodically report on the dynamics of crested ibis conservation, shoot and produce promotional videos and documentaries on the theme of crested ibises, and push them for broadcast on platforms such as the media. Utilize new Internet media to carry out live broadcast activities of crested ibis releases, strengthening interactions with netizens; during the progress of the project, organize student research groups many times to carry out natural education activities with the theme of crested ibis rewilding and release in a certain area, and the preliminary statistics show that there are more than 10,000 person-times. Through the production of brochures and posters, carry out publicity activities in surrounding communities, introducing the significance and basic practices of crested ibis rewilding and release in the nature reserve. Set up publicity boards in the tourist area to increase the public's understanding of crested ibises. Contact the media for publicity to expand the influence of the crested ibis rewilding and release project in a certain area nature reserve and the awareness of community residents' protection.

[0085] To restore and reconstruct the migratory population of Chinese crested ibises, it is necessary to carry out multi-level and multi-field scientific research to fully understand the adaptation of crested ibises to the coastal tidal flat environment. Therefore, integrate the strengths of domestic and foreign scientific research institutions and universities, implement a number of scientific research achievements with academic significance and practical value, effectively solve various technical problems in crested ibis protection, and provide technical support for crested ibis protection.

[0086] This project was jointly completed by the undertaking unit, the Management Office of a National-level Rare Birds Nature Reserve in a certain area of Jiangsu, and the cooperating unit, Beijing Forestry University. They completed the research, conducted on-site investigations on the suitable habitats of crested ibises, determined the location of the rewilding training cages and built the cages. This project applied for the allocation of crested ibises to carry out rewilding training and food conversion experiments for the implementation of rewilding and release.

[0088] (1) Evaluate the quality of the habitat through on-site investigations and determine the location of the crested ibis rewilding training cages in a certain area.

[0089] (2) Conduct crested ibis rewilding training and food habit conversion experiments in a certain area to evaluate the adaptation of crested ibises to the coastal habitats.

[0090] As Figure 3 shown, according to the climate and habitat factor information in a certain area, predict the distribution and area of potential suitable foraging areas, breeding areas and roosting areas of crested ibises locally, evaluate the best release sites, and provide a scientific basis for determining the location of the crested ibis rewilding training cages in a certain area.

[0091] Carry out food habit conversion experiments for crested ibises in the rewilding training cages, and try to use tidal flat wetland foods such as mudskippers, nereids, sea shrimps, and tidal flat crabs to replace the original artificial feeds such as mealworms and loaches. Check the feeding situation of crested ibises on different types of foods through surveillance cameras. After the crested ibises finish feeding, take out the food bowls from the large cages, weigh the mass of the remaining foods, calculate the feeding ratio of the crested ibises, and fill in the food habit conversion experiment record form (Table 1).

[0092] Table 1 Record Table of Crested Ibis Diet Conversion Experiment

[0093]

[0095] Build a wild release base within a nature reserve in a certain area, upgrade existing infrastructure and equipment, and strengthen the optimization and enrichment of the habitat inside the wild training cages. Conduct pre-release adaptation training to enable the released individuals to adapt to the local climate and environment in advance, and provide medical treatment and protection for the released individuals as well as ensure the source of the species.

[0096] Build a food conversion experiment cage within a nature reserve in a certain area, conduct food conversion experiments, and train the Crested Ibis' foraging ability in the coastal tidal flats.

[0097] To restore and rebuild the Crested Ibis migratory population in China, it is necessary to carry out multi-level and multi-field scientific research to fully understand the Crested Ibis' adaptation to the coastal tidal flat environment. Therefore, it is necessary to integrate the strengths of domestic and foreign scientific research institutions and universities, implement a number of scientific research results with academic significance and practical value, rely on the management office of a nature reserve in a certain area, integrate the technical forces of domestic and foreign universities and research institutes, effectively solve various technical problems in Crested Ibis protection, and provide technical support for Crested Ibis protection. The construction of the Crested Ibis wild release population in a certain area depends on the wild training base of the nature reserve in that area, and the nature reserve in that area is responsible for the patrol and management after release.

[0098] Strengthen the construction of the publicity and education platform, rely on the Crested Ibis wild release base in a certain area, and publicize the achievements of ex-situ conservation and wild release of the Crested Ibis. Taking the Crested Ibis as a link, enhance the public's awareness of protecting species and the ecological environment. At the same time, use the Internet and visitors' mobile terminals to establish an online distance education system, increase public science education, and deeply explore the cultural value of the Crested Ibis.

[0099] Increase the publicity and education efforts in rural areas and communities. By making a variety of publicity materials, setting up signs and publicity boards in key areas, etc., improve the public's awareness of participating in protection; make the Crested Ibis ecological characteristic agriculture bigger and stronger, strengthen green products, promote the ecological tourism industry, and contribute to community development; rely on activities such as the Wild Animal Protection Day, Wetland Protection Day, and Bird-Loving Week to carry out protection publicity, make Crested Ibis souvenirs, picture albums, and some cultural and creative products with Crested Ibis characteristics enter communities and schools to carry out Crested Ibis publicity activities. Build a Crested Ibis natural education and ecological experience base, develop an experiential natural education model, promote the protection of the Crested Ibis, and tell the story of the Crested Ibis well.

[0100] Strengthen cooperation with the media, periodically report on the dynamics of Crested Ibis protection, shoot and produce promotional films and documentaries on the theme of the Crested Ibis, and push them to be broadcast on media platforms. Use new Internet media to carry out "slow live broadcast" activities of the Crested Ibis, strengthen interaction with netizens; develop and utilize media platforms such as official accounts and the Internet to publicize the achievements of Crested Ibis protection and enhance the influence of Crested Ibis rescue and protection actions.

[0101] It should be noted that the embodiments of the present invention can be implemented by hardware, software, or a combination of software and hardware. The hardware part can be implemented using dedicated logic; the software part can be stored in a memory and executed by an appropriate instruction execution system, such as a microprocessor or dedicated designed hardware. Those of ordinary skill in the art can understand that the above devices and methods can be implemented using computer-executable instructions and / or included in processor control code, such as provided on a carrier medium such as a disk, CD, or DVD-ROM, a programmable memory such as a read-only memory (firmware), or a data carrier such as an optical or electronic signal carrier. The devices and modules of the present invention can be implemented by a hardware circuit of a programmable hardware device such as a very large scale integrated circuit or a gate array, a semiconductor such as a logic chip, a transistor, etc., or can be implemented by software executed by various types of processors, or can be implemented by a combination of the above hardware circuits and software such as firmware.

[0102] Example 1: The Project of Releasing Crested Ibis into the Wild

[0103] In the project of releasing Crested Ibis into the wild implemented in a certain nature reserve, a specific wild training aviary was designed and constructed to simulate the natural habitat of Crested Ibis and train them to adapt to the wild life, specifically including:

[0104] 1. A large wild training aviary was built within the reserve, which simulated the microhabitat of coastal wetlands inside, including various natural environmental elements such as water courses, soil slopes, and trees.

[0105] 2. By introducing freely flowing seawater, marine organisms were naturally introduced into the aviary, providing a rich food source for Crested Ibis and conducting an experiment on diet conversion.

[0106] 3. Multiple habitat types such as tidal flats, swamps, and shrubs were set up inside the aviary, as well as necessary anti-collision measures, providing a diverse activity environment for Crested Ibis.

[0107] 4. By installing all-round monitoring cameras, the behavioral changes of Crested Ibis during the wilding process were recorded in detail to ensure real-time monitoring and evaluation of the training process.

[0108] 5. According to the observed behaviors of Crested Ibis, the effects of food conversion and wild training were evaluated, and the training plan was adjusted in a timely manner until the Crested Ibis met the release conditions.

[0109] Example 2: Introduction and Wilding of Crested Ibis in an Urban Park

[0110] In a certain urban park, in order to enhance biodiversity and educate the public, a project of introducing and wilding Crested Ibis was implemented, and the specific process included:

[0111] 1. A cage environment simulating the natural habitat of crested ibises has been built inside the park, including various natural elements such as water surfaces, soil slopes, grasslands, and trees.

[0112] 2. By building small artificial water bodies and wetlands and introducing aquatic plants and animals, a suitable foraging environment has been provided for crested ibises.

[0113] 3. Different habitat areas have been set up in the cage, including safe habitats, places for crested ibises to rest and breed, and open areas suitable for them to carry out flight training.

[0114] 4. Using the monitoring system in the park, long-term observations and data records of the living habits and behavior patterns of crested ibises have been carried out, ensuring the scientific nature and effectiveness of the rewilding process.

[0115] 5. Combining the ecological habits of crested ibises and the effects of rewilding training, the monitoring scope has been gradually relaxed, allowing crested ibises to live in a more natural environment until they are fully adapted to the wild environment and finally released.

[0116] These two embodiments demonstrate how to design and implement the rewilding training of crested ibises in different environments, as well as how to evaluate and adjust the training plan to ensure the successful rewilding of crested ibises and their adaptation to natural life.

[0117] The above is only the specific implementation manner of the present invention, but the protection scope of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed by the present invention, any modifications, equivalent replacements, and improvements made within the spirit and principle of the present invention shall be covered by the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A method for designing a net cage for rewilding crested ibis in the eastern coastal area, characterized in that: The method for designing a net cage for rewilding crested ibis in the eastern coastal area comprises the following steps: Step 1: Build three isolation cages and a large net cage for wild training that simulates the coastal wetland microhabitat; the wild release training net cage is 18 meters high and covers an area of ​​1,200 square meters. Water channels are connected in the net cage to create shallow mudflats in the coastal tidal zone based on natural tides. Step 2: Bring in aquatic animals through free seawater to cultivate food suitable for crested ibis; Step 3: Slopes, trees, mudflats, swamps, bushes, grasslands, and ditches are built in the cages to create various habitats and anti-collision measures for the crested ibis; Step 4: Install cameras around the cage to ensure that the crested ibis are observed from all angles, and observe the wild crested ibis; Step 5: Record the foraging, flying, resting, and vigilance behaviors of the crested ibis, evaluate the interim effects of the food conversion training, and adjust the rewilding training program in a timely manner.

2. The method for designing a net cage for rewilding crested ibis in the eastern coastal area as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: The wild training program method is as follows: (1) Apply for the transfer of crested ibis and rewilding training; (2) Experiment on diet conversion of Crested Ibis.

3. The method for designing a net cage for rewilding crested ibis in the eastern coastal area as claimed in claim 2, characterized in that: The diet conversion experiment of Crested Ibis: An experiment on the diet conversion of crested ibis was carried out in the wild training cage, and mudskippers, sandworms, shrimps, and mudflat crabs were used to replace the original artificial feed of mealworms and loaches. Use surveillance cameras to monitor the crested ibis's feeding habits on different types of food; after the crested ibis finishes feeding, take the food bowl out of the large mesh cage, weigh the mass of the remaining food, calculate the crested ibis's feeding ratio, and fill in the diet conversion experiment record sheet. The application for the transfer of crested ibis and rewilding training is as follows: Apply to the Forestry and Grassland Bureau for the transfer of 20 crested ibises; based on the successful experience of protecting wild populations of crested ibises and their habitats, carry out rewilding training for crested ibises, and discuss and determine the "location of rewilding training cages, scale and time of rewilding release." 4. A rewilding cage design system for implementing the rewilding net cage design method for crested ibis on the eastern coast as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 2, characterized in that: The wild cage design system includes: The training construction module is used to build three isolation cages and a large net cage for wild training that simulates the coastal wetland microhabitat. The wild release training net cage is 18 meters high and covers an area of ​​1,200 square meters. Water channels are connected in the net cage to create shallow mudflats in the intertidal zone of the coastal tidal flats according to natural tides. The breeding module is used to bring in aquatic animals through free seawater to cultivate food suitable for the crested ibis; The habitat module is used to build earth slopes, trees, mudflats, swamps, bushes, grasslands, and ditches in the cage to create various habitats and anti-collision measures for the crested ibis; The observation module is used to install cameras around the cage to ensure that the crested ibis are observed from all angles and to observe the wild crested ibis; The recording module is used to record the foraging, flying, resting and vigilance behaviors of the red-crowned crane, evaluate the phased effect of food conversion training, and adjust the wild training plan in a timely manner.

5. A computer device, characterized in that: The computer device includes a memory and a processor, the memory stores a computer program, and when the computer program is executed by the processor, the processor executes the steps of the method for designing a net cage for rewilding crested ibis on the eastern coast as described in any one of claims 1-6.

6. A computer-readable storage medium storing a computer program, wherein when the computer program is executed by a processor, the processor executes the steps of the method for designing a net cage for rewilding crested ibis on the eastern coast as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 2.

7. An information data processing terminal, characterized in that: The information data processing terminal is used to implement the rewilding cage design system as described in claim 4.

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