Abstract:
It is very important to determine the impact of human activities on wildlife for the conservation of
species. Therefore, one of the studies conducted during bio-ecology study of the Rock nuthatch
(Sitta neumayer) population at Nevşehir was how the species responded to anthropogenic
activities. Observations of bio-ecology study was made between 2014 and 2018. Binoculars and
camera were used for records. The reason to choose Nevşehir as study area is Cappadocia is a
popular tourism region and the population increases four times in a short time due to art and sports
activities and people coming for vacation, especially in the breeding season. Balkandere valley is
preferred for both trekking and activities with an average of 10k participants such as Cappadox
and Salomon Ultra Trail due to its location and structural features. Especially since events such as
festivals or sports activities are short notice that they do not allow the species to adapt, examining
the effects on wildlife and informing regulatory organizations about this issue is important for
conservation. Unfortunately, it has been observed that these activities have a negative impact on
the Rock nuthatch individuals, such as leaving the nest, which ecological tolerance is low due to
being in the breeding season, and this effect continues for a long time afterward. The results of the
observations were shared with the organizers of the events and public institutions, and ideas were
exchanged on how to follow a path for conservation of future events.
