Contrasting effects of urbanization on arboreal and ground-dwelling land snails: role of trophic interactions and habitat fragmentation
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DOI: 10.1007/s11252-020-00930-6
Abstract: Urbanization generally reduces wildlife populations. Individual species responses, however, are often highly variable, and such variability can be explained by differences in species ecological traits. To examine this hypothesis, we focused on two co-occurring land… read more here.
Keywords: forest edges; land snails; ground; urban forests ... See more keywords
The evolutionary diversity of urban forests depends on their land-use history
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DOI: 10.1007/s11252-020-00938-y
Abstract: Urbanization leads to strong modifications of landscape structure and ecosystem functioning, and urban areas are spreading rapidly. The aim of this study was to investigate how phylogenetic diversity and composition of tree species are affected… read more here.
Keywords: urban forests; land use; land; use history ... See more keywords
Urban forests near municipal solid waste incinerators do not show elevated trace metal or rare earth element concentrations across three cities in the northeast USA
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DOI: 10.1007/s11356-020-08439-3
Abstract: With the World Bank estimating global municipal solid waste MSW to increase to 3.4 billion tonnes by 2050, municipal solid waste incineration (MSWI) needs to be considered as part of sustainable waste management. In spite… read more here.
Keywords: waste; municipal solid; rare earth; urban forests ... See more keywords
Can urban forests provide acoustic refuges for birds? Investigating the influence of vegetation structure and anthropogenic noise on bird sound diversity
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DOI: 10.1007/s11676-023-01689-0
Abstract: As a crucial component of terrestrial ecosystems, urban forests play a pivotal role in protecting urban biodiversity by providing suitable habitats for acoustic spaces. Previous studies note that vegetation structure is a key factor influencing… read more here.
Keywords: anthropogenic noise; vegetation; vegetation structure; urban forests ... See more keywords
Review of Jill Jonnes. Urban forests: a natural history of trees and people in the American Cityscape
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DOI: 10.1007/s13412-017-0421-1
Abstract: Jill Jonnes, a distinguished author of books on urban places, has written a lively book on trees in American cities in her Urban Forests: A Natural History of Trees and People in the American Cityscape.… read more here.
Keywords: history trees; jill jonnes; natural history; history ... See more keywords
Assessment of Pinus sylvestris L. tree health in urban forests at highway sides in Lithuania
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DOI: 10.1016/j.gecco.2018.e00517
Abstract: Abstract Trees are often grown alongside roads in urban areas for their aesthetic and ecological values but are exposed to an array of natural and man-made stresses that impact on their overall health. The aim… read more here.
Keywords: 1998 2014; close highway; tree health; pinus sylvestris ... See more keywords
Modeling the impact of soundscape drivers on perceived birdsongs in urban forests
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2020.125315
Abstract: ABSTRACT Birds are dominant creatures that produce abundant sounds in urban forest ecosystems, and birdsongs are a desired soundscape to reduce noise pollution in biophilic cities. The aim of this study was to explore the… read more here.
Keywords: soundscape; soundscape drivers; impact soundscape; birdsongs urban ... See more keywords
Urban forests near roads do not reduce gaseous air pollutant concentrations but have an impact on particles levels
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DOI: 10.1016/j.landurbplan.2016.09.014
Abstract: Abstract The ability of urban vegetation to improve air quality for the benefit of urban residents is often considered fact since plants can absorb and capture air pollutants. However, there is little empirical evidence that… read more here.
Keywords: forests near; near roads; air; vegetation ... See more keywords
Urban forests host rich polypore assemblages in a Nordic metropolitan area
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DOI: 10.1016/j.landurbplan.2021.104222
Abstract: Abstract Urban forests are often remnants of former larger forested areas, and traditionally considered as degraded habitats due to negative effects of urbanization. However, recent studies have shown that urban forests managed for recreational purposes… read more here.
Keywords: polypore assemblages; polypore; urban forests; dead wood ... See more keywords
Geographical Patterns of Leaf and Topsoil Mercury in China's Urban Forests
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DOI: 10.1029/2025ef006002
Abstract: Rapid urbanization, occurring globally, has enhanced emissions and related biogeochemical cycling of multiple elements, including mercury (Hg). However, the geographical distribution of Hg in urban forests remains poorly quantified at multiple spatial scales. Based on… read more here.
Keywords: urban rural; mercury; leaf topsoil; urban forests ... See more keywords
Multi-scale analysis of urban forests and socioeconomic patterns in a desert city, Phoenix, Arizona
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-74208-8
Abstract: Understanding the relationship between various socioeconomic factors and urban forest structure is essential for directing resources to ensure equitable distribution of green space. Through a case study of a desert city, i.e., Phoenix, AZ, this… read more here.
Keywords: desert city; city phoenix; forestry; urban forests ... See more keywords