Flower power in the city: Replacing roadside shrubs by wildflower meadows increases insect numbers and reduces maintenance costs

Massive declines in insect biodiversity and biomass are reported from many regions and habitats. In urban areas, creation of native wildflower meadows is one option to support insects and reduce maintenance costs of urban green spaces. However, benefits for insect conservation may depend on previous land use, and the size and location of new wildflower meadows.

Original Source

Publication Date: 
09/06/2020
Karsten Mody, Doris Lerch, Ann-Kathrin Müller & et al
PLoS ONE
1-29
Tags:
Urban Habitat, Green Spaces, Flora, Biodiversity, Research, Insects, Bees, Butterflies, Germany