A Decline In The Number Of Gray Partridge Since The 1950s As A Result Of The Impact Of Changes In The Landscape Structure

The article deals with the current issue of Gray partridge (Perdix perdix) and its occurrence in the area of interest in the surroundings of Zvolen. The introductory section briefly dismantled biology and ethology of partridges, where are information about its appearance, enlargement of the way of life and reproduction, nutrition and predators. Contribution continues with the data on the number of gray partridges, not only at the present, but mainly its abundance that could be obtained on the basis of historical data. At the core of the contribution and its conclusion are recorded the results of our monitored of gray partridges in the area of interest. Based on the results we assessed the effects of negative factors that affect its occurrence and abundance in the area concerned.