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Biodiversity in Dublin: A case study Approach
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Date Issued
December 2010
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Abstract
It is a common perception that biodiversity exists mainly in rural locations and this perception may be supported by the predominance of designated sites (e.g. Special Areas of Conservation, Special Protection Areas and Natural Heritage Areas) in rural areas. Given that approximately 40 per cent of the Irish population lives in rural areas the designated sites are indeed very important and their designation allows them particular protection. However, as Ireland’s population becomes increasingly urbanised, the role and management of urban biodiversity is becoming more important not only due to the encroachment of urban areas into previously undeveloped lands (i.e. urban sprawl) but also the recent trend towards increasing residential densities. These have heightened the role for proper recognition, protection and management of biodiversity in urban areas.
Sponsorship
Environmental Protection Agency
Type of Material
Journal Article
Publisher
Trinity College Dublin. Centre for Urban and Regional Studies / University College Dublin. School of Geography, Planning & Environmental Policy
Journal
Journal of Irish Urban Studies
Volume
7-9
Start Page
79
End Page
97
Copyright (Published Version)
2010 Journal of Irish Urban Studies
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Language
English
Status of Item
Peer reviewed
ISSN
1545-1920
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