Gardens, Parks and Green Reserves

Singapore's shift towards integrating nature into urban planning has revealed that mature, mixed-species vegetation better sustains biodiversity and aligns with the region's natural tropical conditions compared to mono-cultural landscapes. This study highlights how historical land exploitation depleted local flora and fauna but recent efforts, such as greening roadway verges and public parks, have restored more diverse ecosystems. The research emphasizes the importance of preserving both adult and juvenile life stages (e.g., butterflies and caterpillars) while managing risks like falling branches to ensure long-term ecological stability in a densely populated urban setting.

Rowe, P. G., & Hee, L. (2019). Gardens, Parks and Green Reserves. A City in Blue and Green, 82–113. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-9597-0_5