Assessing Changes In Dietary Requirements And Food Preferences Blackbuck On A Seasonal Basis.

Abstract

This study investigated the seasonal variations in dietary requirements and food preferences of the blackbuck (Antilope cervicapra), a species whose feeding behavior and nutritional needs shifted with environmental changes. Through systematic observation and data collection over different seasons, the research aimed to delineate the seasonal patterns in the blackbuck’s diet, highlighting variations in food intake, nutritional needs, and preference shifts. Utilizing a combination of field surveys, dietary analysis, and behavioral observations, we examined how changes in forage availability and quality impacted the dietary choices and nutritional status of blackbucks. The findings revealed significant seasonal adjustments in diet composition, with notable shifts in preferred food sources corresponding to seasonal fluctuations in resource availability. These results underscored the adaptive strategies of blackbucks in response to environmental variations and provided insights into the species' ecological adaptability. The study contributed valuable knowledge for the management and conservation of blackbuck populations, particularly in the context of habitat management and the design of conservation strategies that accounted for seasonal dietary needs.