📚 Volume 32, Issue 3
📋 ID: jjka1Fp
Authors
Ana Martínez, Wei Zhang, Nkosazana Thabethe
, Mykola Meyer, Christopher Dlamini
Department of Environmental Science, University of Buenos Aires, Argentina; School of Ecology and Conservation, Tsinghua University, China; Department of Botany, University of Cape Town, South Africa
Keywords
Urban Ecology
Native Plants
Habitat Fragmentation
Biodiversity Conservation
Urban Planning
Abstract
Urban expansion represents a significant challenge to the preservation of native plant communities. As cities expand, natural habitats are fragmented, leading to loss of biodiversity and alteration of ecosystem functions. This study examines the effects of urbanization on native flora, focusing on changes in species composition and abundance in response to habitat fragmentation. Through field surveys and GIS analysis in metropolitan regions of South America and Southeast Asia, we identify key factors driving plant community changes and propose strategies for mitigating negative impacts. Our findings highlight the need for integrated urban planning and conservation efforts to preserve native biodiversity.
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📝 How to Cite
Ana Martínez, Wei Zhang, Nkosazana Thabethe , Mykola Meyer, Christopher Dlamini (2025).
"Ecological Impacts of Urban Expansion on Native Plant Communities".
Wulfenia, 32(3).
