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Biodiversity of the urban jungle
Exploring the hidden variety of life in our cities
NOTE: The pages are still being built. Feel free to look through though
What is Biodiversity?The term Biodiversity is used to describe the variability among living organism, or for our purposes, the variety of native taxa (species, genus, family, etc.) present in a location. This diversity serves to enrich our outdoor experiences and maintain the health and function of the ecosystem. |
Featured Species
Oil Beetle
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Knapweed
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Turkey Vulture
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A snapshot of one city's biodiversity
Within Syracuse, Oakwood Cemetery has been well surveyed for its flora and fauna. Here's a snapshot of what's been found there
New York City is another of the many cities globally with a hidden biodiversity. The list below shows what has been found inside Central Park alone: