Urban Ecology : An Introduction (Paperback, 2 ed)

Introduction to the first edition  Introduction to the second edition  PART I Context of urban ecology: what, how, why and where?  1. Urban ecology ? What, How and Why?  2. Urban areas  PART II Abiotic factors  3 The urban atmosphere: weather, climate and air quality  4 The soils, substrates and landforms underlying and supporting all life in towns and cities  5 Water for urban ecosystems: Urban hydrology  6 Urban biogeochemistry  PART III Biological factors  7 Urban habitats  8 Urban flora  9 Urban fauna  PART IV Services and Values  10 Natural Capital and Ecosystem Services  11 Urban Agriculture  12 Health and Well-being  PART V Urban environmental stewardship and management  13 Responsibilities and partnerships for urban nature and urban greening  14 Ecological management techniques  15 Nature-based Solutions  16 Final Comments