City Lizards More Social Due to Urban Living
City lizards are more social than their countryside counterparts due to urban living conditions.
Why it matters
- Urbanization affects animal behavior, not just habitat.
- Shows how animals adapt to urban environments.
By the numbers
- Study conducted in Rovinj, Croatia, and a nearby park.
- Observations over 21 days.
- Urban lizards had more social connections and stronger associations.
The big picture
- Urbanization can lead to changes in animal social behaviors.
- Similar findings in other species like striped field mice.
What they're saying
- “Urban lizards maintain many more contacts and develop stronger bonds.” — Avery Maune, study author.
Caveats
- Observations limited to 21 days.
- Sample size details not explicitly stated.
What’s next
- Further research on other species.
- Long-term studies on urbanization effects.