The distinct urbanization process of China has attracted worldwide attention because of its
impressive speed, massive scale, and policy intervention. However, the interrelationship …

As a result of the process of urbanization, many wildlife populations are in decline,
accompanied with a disconnection between the lives of residents and local wildlife …

It is important understanding urbanization where residents outside of the area come into the
urbanized region. Urbanized area is the one facing more environmental problems because …

Understanding the spatial patterns of plant diversity in urban areas is essential for urban
planners and managers to effectively manage urban forests. However, thus far, in many …

Intensive urban development is increasing the demand for green areas within cities. Urban
brownfields could become a source for green redevelopment areas. Sustainable …

Urbanization has been greatly accelerated by the economic growth in China, while its
possible effects on woody plants, bird species and their associations are not well defined …

During 30 years of unprecedented urbanization, plant diversity in Shenzhen, a young
megacity in southern China, has increased dramatically. Although strongly associated with …

Accurate estimation of biogenic volatile organic compounds (BVOCs) emissions from urban
plants is important as BVOCs affect the formation of secondary pollutants and human health …

In highly fragmented urban areas, plant diversity of remnant vegetation may depend not only
on community structure and topographical factors, but also on landscape heterogeneity …

In densely populated cities that are dominated by concrete buildings, urban parks serve as
major green infrastructures for ecological and environmental functions. Trees are one of the …