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Researchers found that areas with more visible vegetation have richer microbial communities. The Green View Index, which measures greenery from a pedestrian’s perspective, was used to assess urban sites. In the study, parks, green walls, trees, and potted plants showed higher microbial richness and Shannon diversity than pavements or building entrances. The Shannon Diversity Index captures both species count and evenness. The index correlated strongly with microbiota in these biodiversity hotspots but not in other urban areas.

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