Assessing the Impact of Urbanization on Biodiversity in Metropolitan Areas: A Case Study Approach

1. Introduction 2. Overview of Urbanization 2.1 Definition and Historical Context 2.2 Trends in Urban Growth 2.3 Factors Driving Urbanization 2.4 Comparison of Global Urban Areas 3. Understanding Biodiversity 3.1 Definition of Biodiversity 3.2 Importance of Biodiversity 3.3 Biodiversity in Urban Areas 4. Methodology 4.1 Case Study Selection Criteria 4.2 Data Collection Methods 4.3 Analytical Framework 4.4 Limitations of the Study 5. Case Study: City A 5.1 Urbanization History of City A 5.2 Biodiversity Features in City A 5.3 Impacts on Local Ecosystems 6. Case Study: City B 6.1 Urbanization History of City B 6.2 Biodiversity Features in City B 6.3 Impacts on Local Ecosystems 7. Comparative Analysis 7.1 Common Patterns Across Cities 7.2 Unique Challenges and Solutions 7.3 Policy Implications 8. Conclusion and Recommendations 8.1 Summary of Key Findings 8.2 Recommendations for Urban Planning 8.3 Areas for Future Research