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#47: Primal City (Part 3) - Biophilia and Urban Ecology

Green Urbanist

CHAPTER

Cities as Ecosystems and the Evolution of Urban Species

This chapter explores the concept of cities as ecosystems and how different species have adapted to urban environments. It discusses examples of species that have evolved within cities, like the London Underground Mosquito and cliff swallows adapting shorter wings to avoid vehicle collisions. The chapter also highlights the growth of the National Park City movement and its potential positive impact on cities worldwide.

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