When and Where to See Wildlife in NYC Like all New Yorkers, wildlife living in urban areas love to explore their city. Use our wildlife calendar to learn about what’s happening with your wildlife neighbors each month, and find parks where you might be able to better see them in action.
via: NYC Parks: More Information Click: https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/wildlife
On Staten Island:
Saturday, January 27, 2018
JAN27Animal of the Month Club: Aquatic Rodents
at Eton Place and Richmond Avenue (in Willowbrook Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
New York City is home to an amazing abundance of wildlife. Our Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best wildlife viewing spots in the urban jungle.
Category: Nature, Wildlife
Free!Sunday, January 28, 2018
JAN28Living with White-Tailed Deer
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Learn about deer ecology and behavior as you look for clues of deer presence. Join in a discussion about the impacts of deer in an urban environment.
Category: Education, Nature, Wildlife
Free!Saturday, February 3, 2018
FEB3Animal of the Month Club: Bald Eagles
at Lemon Creek Pier (in Lemon Creek Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Winter is a great time to spot bald eagles. Our Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best wildlife viewing spots in the urban jungle.
Category: Birding, Wildlife
Free!Must See
EventFEB3Hibernation Pajama Party
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Hear a hibernation story, search outside for animals, and help construct a cozy den to play in. Dress in pajamas and bring along your favorite stuffed animal or blanket, if you wish.
Category: Nature, Best for Kids, Wildlife
Free!Best For
KidsSunday, February 11, 2018
FEB11Ranger’s Choice: Owls and Pellets
at Blue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park), Staten Island
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Owl pellets are fascinating to investigate and analyze – be a scientist, by gently pulling the pellet apart to see what it is made from.
Category: Education, Nature, Wildlife
Free!Sunday, February 18, 2018
FEB18Animal of the Month Club: Bald Eagles
at Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
New York City is home to an amazing abundance of wildlife. Our Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best wildlife viewing spots in the urban jungle.
Category: Birding, Nature, Wildlife
Free!Monday, February 19, 2018
FEB19Kids Week Staten Island: Living with Deer
at Lenevar Avenue and Ramona Avenue (in Bloomingdale Park), Staten Island
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
With the Urban Park Rangers we will look for, learn about, and discover the signs of white-tailed deer.
Category: Education, Nature, Best for Kids, Kids Week, Wildlife
Free!Must See
EventWednesday, February 21, 2018
FEB21Sea Shore Winter Walk and Coastal Arts and Crafts
at Conference House Park Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join us for a winter recess family-friendly winter beach walk and arts and crafts workshop.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Birding, Education, Nature, History, Best for Kids, Talks, Waterfront, Hiking, Wildlife
Free!Best For
KidsFriday, February 23, 2018
FEB23Kids Week Staten Island: Animal Tracks
at Visitor Center (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join our Urban Park Rangers on a walk through Conference House Park to discover and follow different footprints of animals and see where they lead us.
Category: Education, Nature, Best for Kids, Kids Week, Hiking, Wildlife
Free!Related Information
Source: NYC Parks’ Urban Wildlife Calendar: When and Where to See Wildlife in NYC : NYC Parks