There is some really interesting research coming out of all these urban areas, green roofs, cemeteries, vacant lots - especially in the arthropod communities. They definitely have value on the micro as well as macro scale - although it hasn't all been quantified yet.
Brady Simmons NYC Parks On Wed, May 2, 2012 at 2:39 PM, John Mickelson <jmicke...@yahoo.com> wrote: > Working in NYC and looking at the spatial dimensions of biodiversity in > this heavily urbanized setting. > > Wondering what folks thoughts are re: the extent to which cemeteries (and, > to a lesser extent: ball fields, play grounds, golf courses etc...) > "really" serve as habitat. > > Clearly they serve multiple purposes and are utilized by a range of flora > and fauna (presumably more so within "green" managed programs), but should > they really form a core element within > a comprehensive urban conservation plan? > > I'm finding myself able to argue both sides..... thoughts? > > -John >
