AudioMoth acoustic recorders were used to survey birds and bats at eight locations across Coventry. Bird songs and calls were recorded during the breeding season, while ultrasonic bat calls were recorded later in the year. The recordings were used to examine diversity and activity across contrasting urban tree habitats. 

Vegetation and ground cover surrounding the selected trees were recorded using quadrat surveys. These data were used to characterise the habitat surrounding each tree and support interpretation of the biodiversity surveys. 

An online questionnaire was used to investigate how people across Coventry value, use and experience urban trees. It explored cultural ecosystem services, meaningful trees and greenspaces, environmental engagement, perceived problems and views about the future importance of urban trees.