Biodiversity of the urban environment: the importance of indigenous species and the role urban environments can play in their preservation

Given, David R.

Abstract

Biodiversity is the sum total of genetic, species, and ecosystem variation. This paper discusses the importance of biodiversity in relation to the global, regional and urban environments. With better planning and management, indigenous and exotic biodiversity can be preserved for present and future generations to enjoy. It is also essential that local communities are fully involved in conservation, use of and advocacy for biodiversity.

Keywords

wilderness preservation; urban biodiversity; biodiversity; urban environments; conservation

Date

2000

Type

Conference Contribution - published (Conference Paper)

Citation

Given, D. (2000). Biodiversity of the urban environment: The importance of indigenous species and the role urban environments can play in their preservation. In G. H. Stewart & M. E. Ignatieva (Eds.), Urban biodiversity and ecology as a basis for holistic planning and design: Proceedings of a workshop held at Lincoln University, 28-29 October 2000 (pp. 22-33). Christchurch, New Zealand: Wickliffe Press.