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to save endangered species, should we bring them into our cities?
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To Save Endangered Species, Should We Bring Them Into Our Cities?

Some ecologists believe our best chance to preserve biodiversity is to introduce non-native species to cities—but others warn of unintended consequences. Brad Shaffer and Ursula Heise argue for cities as biodiversity havens for endangered species.

November 1, 2018
  • Nature & Conservation
  • Cities & Towns

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