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How Luxury and Legacy Effects Shape Urban Avifauna in Los Angeles, California

Author(s): Melanie Del Pozo, Herman Tomasi

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Is L.A.’s bird population shaped by historic redlining and income inequality? This lesson will introduce luxury and legacy effects hypotheses as they relate to urban avifauna in LA neighborhoods. Students will using simple linear regression and…

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Is L.A.’s bird population shaped by historic redlining and income inequality? This lesson will introduce luxury and legacy effects hypotheses as they relate to urban avifauna in LA neighborhoods. Students will using simple linear regression and ANCOVA to assess whether historical racial redlining and contemporary patterns of income inequality have a significant effect on the types of birds present in different LA neighborhoods.

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Version 1.0 - published on 09 May 2024 doi:10.25334/YVSV-HG35 - cite this

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This lesson plan provides a comprehensive approach to understanding urban biodiversity through the lens of bird populations, particularly focusing on forest and synanthropic birds as indicators of habitat quality across different neighborhoods. By utilizing bird abundance as a proxy, students will engage in critical thinking about the socioecological implications of urban green amenities.

Moreover, the lesson aims to familiarize students with key hypotheses such as redlining, luxury, and legacy effects, shedding light on the complex interplay between socioeconomic factors and avifauna distribution. Through this exploration, students will not only deepen their understanding of urban biodiversity but also sharpen their skills in constructing and interpreting linear models and conducting ANOVA to assess variable interactions. This multifaceted approach equips students with both theoretical knowledge and practical analytical skills essential for comprehending and addressing urban ecological dynamics.

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