Virginia opossums (also known as "opossums" or "possums") might be common in suburbs (we've seen them nesting in a BBQ grill), but they're rather rare in city centers. That's why reddit user ShabShoral was surprised to see an opossum hanging out in front of the makeup store Sephora at Union Square in New York City.... Continue Reading →
Urban Observation of the Week: Peregrine Falcon Hunts in the 9/11 Tribute Lights
This tribute also corresponds with another annual ritual -- the migration of birds from their summering grounds north of New York City, to their wintering grounds south of the city
Urban Observation of the Week: Seal in New York City
Marine mammals might not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about the bright lights of the big city, but in the Inwood neighborhood of New York City (located at the very top of Manhattan), there has been an exciting visitor -- a male harbor seal (Phoca vitulina). Thanks to rescue and... Continue Reading →