dopauksias
Dopauksias is a term used in ethnobiology and anthropology to describe a hypothesized mode of human–bird interaction in which avian populations and human communities form interdependent social-ecological networks. In this view, birds are not merely resources or subjects of study but active participants in the organization of landscapes, calendars, and livelihoods. The concept is primarily a theoretical lens in discussions of co-management, biodiversity, and cultural adaptation, rather than a widely established field category.
Etymology and scope: The word dopauksias draws on elements from local language traditions where the idea originated,
Concept and mechanisms: Dopauksias emphasizes feedback loops between human practices and bird communities. Key elements include
Research status and critique: Dopauksias remains largely a theoretical construct and is not universally adopted in
See also: Ethnobiology, human–wildlife interactions, co-management, mutualism, cultural ecology.