Summer is a lively season in Central Park. Just as the pace of life for human New Yorkers takes on a newly hurried hum, our feathered and furry neighbors also become more active in the summer months. They’re busy caring for their young, foraging for food, and making the most of the expansive habitat the Park provides.
On your next visit to the Park, you might find yourself wondering... Am I a squirrel at heart or is my animal essence more avian? (Come on, we know you have!) Take this quiz to find out—and learn how you can coexist with these varied and vibrant creatures who live in Central Park. It may be your urban backyard, but it’s their house!
Suggested Reading
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Wildlife
Getting to Know Central Park’s Squirrels
Squirrels are a familiar sight in Central Park, energetic and busy ambassadors to our shared greenspace. And perhaps no one knows them better than the data scientists behind the Squirrel Census.
Tags: Nature Lovers
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Wildlife
Caring for Urban Parks Amidst the Climate Crisis
A deep connection to seasonal patterns in nature is imperative to the work of the Central Park Conservancy. But what happens when these cycles become less dependable, or more extreme?
Tags: Summer / Conservancy Staff / Pollinators / About the Conservancy / Trees / Institute for Urban Parks
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About the Conservancy
In Conversation with Ornithologist and Author Scott Weidensaul on Bird Migration
To better understand bird migration, we talked with nature writer and bird researcher Scott Weidensaul, author of A World on the Wing: The Global Odyssey of Migratory Birds.
Tags: Tips for Visiting / Nature Lovers / Park Experts
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Wildlife
Flying in Plain Sight: The Bats of Central Park
Nine species of bats live in New York State, and Central Park’s 843 acres of sprawling meadows, woodlands, and water bodies play a crucial role in their health.
Tags: Pollinators / Nature Lovers