How changes in California culture have influenced the evolution of wild animals in Los Angeles

Editor’s Note: We usually think of cities as human domains, but this research flips the script—showing how our social quirks ripple through nature. It’s a reminder that evolution isn’t just a wilderness thing; it’s happening on your sidewalk, influenced by the same forces that shape our daily lives. For a city like L.A., where culture and nature constantly collide, that’s a big deal.