Authors:
Clarkson, B.D., P.M. Wehi and L. Brabyn
Publication Date:
2007
Abstract/Summary:
The restoration of urban ecosystems is an increasingly important strategy to maintain and enhance indigenous biodiversity as well as reconnecting people to the environment. High levels of endemism, the sensitivity of species that have evolved without humans, and the invasion of exotic species have all contributed to severe depletion of indigenous biodiversity in New Zealand. In this work, we analysed national patterns of urban biodiversity in New Zealand and the contribution that urban restoration can make to maximising and enhancing indigenous biodiversity.
Resource Type:
Technical Document
Source:
University of Waikato
Link:
http://cber.bio.waikato.ac.nz/PDFs/CBER_52_Urban_ecology_data_to_cities.pdf