Cities support more native biodiversity than previously thought

Date:

February 12, 2014

Source:

University of California - Santa Barbara

Summary:

The rapid conversion of natural lands to cement-dominated urban centers is causing great losses in biodiversity. Yet, according to a new study involving 147 cities worldwide, surprisingly high numbers of plant and animal species persist and even flourish in urban environments -- to the tune of hundreds of bird species and thousands of plant species in a single city.

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