Landscape and habitat effects on functional and phylogenetic diversity and structure of bird communities in fragmented habitats within an urban landscape, Southwest China

Key Points

• Functional diversity is significantly affected by habitat fragmentation, leading to changes in bird communities.
• Phylogenetic diversity declines with increased urbanization, revealing significant biodiversity loss across habitats.
• The analysis of fragmented habitats indicates lower species richness in urban landscapes compared to natural environments.
• Findings highlight the urgent need for effective conservation strategies to protect these diverse bird communities.