House Sparrows Weather Winter in Urban Hollows
The house sparrow in New York City is so common as to be almost invisible, surviving winter in the small spaces of our built environment that most overlook.
Peregrines Nest at Perilous Heights
Peregrines thrive in the city not only because of its variety of dizzying perches but also due to its constant smorgasbord of their favorite food.
Ducks Arrive In Fantastic Feathers
Ducks are not like the rest of birds.
Marsh Birds Wade On a Fragmented Shoreline
Some birds visiting the city may find a haven in acres that have been reclaimed for wetlands.
Piping Plovers On the Beach
Some of the city’s tiniest annual visitors have arrived to enjoy our shores, but they face formidable challenges.
