The Lawn is Buzzing: Increasing insect biodiversity in urban greenspaces through low-intensity mowing
Luis Mata, Drew Echberg, Charlotte Napper, Amy K. Hahs, Estíbaliz Palma
This study shows that reducing lawn mowing intensity increases indigenous insect biodiversity and community complexity in urban greenspaces.
bioRxiv · Sep 23, 2025 · PreprintEcology