Ecology studies and urban ecology

Ecology studies the connections between animals and humans within our environment and how we can coexist harmoniously. However, urban ecology research aims to make cities and urban spaces friendly to both humans and biodiversity.

It’s not enough to simply build gardens and green spaces — it’s essential to assess their effectiveness in preserving biodiversity. It is important to have that garden, and — more important — we have to assess whether these green spaces are actually effective. One of the most important reasons for building these gardens or green infrastructure in urban ecology is to maintain biodiversity.

A garden with only one species of plant would not be sufficient to attract butterflies. Butterfly diversity increases with plant diversity because they feed on different plants and lay their eggs on various plant species.

The creation of green spaces should not only focus on their existence, but also on understanding their purpose and ensuring they are effective for both biodiversity and human well-being.