雅思听力

🎧 Listening Transcript

Today, in our environmental science lecture, we're discussing the impact of urban development on local wildlife. One key example is the peregrine falcon, which has adapted remarkably well to city life. These birds nest on tall buildings and bridges, which mimic their natural cliff habitats. However, their diet in cities consists mainly of pigeons and starlings, which are abundant. Interestingly, urban falcons have higher breeding success than their rural counterparts, partly due to the warmer microclimate in cities. Yet, they face threats from window collisions and pollution. So, while cities can support certain species, it's not a simple solution for conservation.