The Moscow Department of Nature Management has announced the introduction of a quiet regime in the natural territories of Moscow. This is due to the fact that the breeding season for birds lasts from April to July 31st. Sparrows, tits, crows, woodpeckers, thrushes, starlings and finches have already begun searching for nesting sites.
"During this time, the noise level on specially protected natural areas is under close control. The permissible values depend on the category of the territory. In reserved areas, the sound volume should not exceed 50-65 dBA. This corresponds to a quiet conversation between two people. In recreational zones during agreed events, the noise level should not exceed 60-75 dBA," - the message on the department's website says.
Experts explained that increased noise levels can disturb young bird families and newborn chicks. "This causes great fear in feathered parents. In such a state, the bird may stop incubating eggs and feeding the chicks, or even leave the nest.
Many birds, such as rowan thrush, white-browed thrush, and song thrush, nest on tree branches. To preserve their homes, it is necessary to abandon all types of work on felling green spaces during the breeding season. Not only the removal of trees is prohibited, but even sanitary manipulations, such as sawing and pruning branches," - noted in the department.
Many species of birds in Moscow prefer to nest in the grass - for example, the common chiffchaff, corncrake, and chiffchaff. Therefore, mowing must be carried out with particular care.
Since chicks are a desirable prey for predatory pets that cannot resist their hunting instincts, dog owners are advised to use leashes and muzzles when walking in natural areas. Free-range walking of pets in the urban environment is not allowed.
"During the breeding season, inspectors of the Department of Nature Management carefully protect the peace of the feathered inhabitants of the forest. They actively patrol natural areas, promptly respond to violations, and apply various measures: from preventive conversations to bringing to administrative responsibility," the department warned.
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