About WildlifeNYC

About WildlifeNYC

this photo shows a side profile of a red tailed hawk. The hawk is standing on a fence with its wings up and its head looking down. The hawk is pictured in front of a brick building.
A red-tailed hawk hunts for prey in NYC.
WildlifeNYC is a campaign launched by the City of New York to increase public awareness about urban wildlife.

This is an unprecedented effort to promote conservation and coexistence between humans and wildlife through public policy, responsible management plans, and educational initiatives.

NYC.gov/wildlife is your go-to resource to learn more about urban wildlife – from cutting edge management practices to volunteer events and fun facts.