Parks and urban green spaces are a part of the city that has natural or artificial vegetation. These areas have various functions, including conservation of biodiversity, improvement of air quality, leisure and recreation and also aesthetic effects. Birds are the domina More
Parks and urban green spaces are a part of the city that has natural or artificial vegetation. These areas have various functions, including conservation of biodiversity, improvement of air quality, leisure and recreation and also aesthetic effects. Birds are the dominant animal groups of green spaces that an effective communication can be seen between them. Parks and urban green spaces are an important factor in attracting various species of birds. Management of parks and green spaces and recreational sites is an aspect of biodiversity management in urban habitats. The present study investigates the human use of these areas for recreation and leisure and the effects of these activities on its biodiversity and then present management solutions for this problems. Two important approaches of the study to birds in parks and urban green spaces are investigation of the indices of bird species richness and the shape and size of parks and green spaces in relation to these indicators. The results of studies pointed to the vital importance of the protection of these areas and also the effect of birds in attracting visitors. In fact, the problems in the field of protection of birds in urban green spaces requires management approaches for increasing the richness of bird species and visitors’ satisfaction. These approaches include development of bird watching stations, preparing and distributing posters and leaflets, organizing workshops on the birds and urban green spaces for children and students.
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