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  • Urban Ecology
  • Evolutionary Biology
  • Conservation Science

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  • Cities function as ecosystems with unique species assemblages facing novel stressors.
  • Urban biodiversity is subject to evolutionary changes, complicating conservation efforts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a framework for categorizing urban biodiversity for management.
  • To discuss management tools and their evolutionary implications in urban settings.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a management-focused framework for urban biodiversity.
  • Analysis of existing management tools and their evolutionary consequences.

Main Results:

  • Urban biodiversity presents unique challenges and opportunities for conservation.
  • Management strategies must consider the evolutionary dynamics of urban species.

Conclusions:

  • Integrating evolutionary insights is crucial for successful biodiversity management in dynamic urban ecosystems.
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