Are our cities accelerating evolution? | DW Documentary

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Did you know evolution isn’t just happening in the wild, it’s also unfolding in our cities? 🐭🌿 Studies show animals and plants are adapting faster than ever to urban life. Pollution, noise, light, and even our garbage are driving changes in their DNA. In just a few decades, animals like the mice in Central Park in New York are evolving to survive right alongside us.

Some scientists even believe our cities could give rise to entirely new species. But not all species can adapt. As our cities continue to expand, accommodating wildlife in urban spaces will become crucial to their survival.

Find out more in ‘Nature’s response to urban sprawl’. Watch the full documentary on our channel.

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