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Meet and learn about NYC's wildlife neighbors, from the fish and crabs of our waters to the hawks and eagles of our skies. Our expert Urban Park Rangers, Parks Wildlife Unit, and our partners and friends lead wildlife-viewing tours and lectures all across the New York City. Join us! To learn more about NYC's wildlife and what to do when encountering wildlife, please visit our Urban Wildlife page.
Wildlife Events
Thursday, October 19, 2017
Bryant Park Fall Birding Tours
at Andrew Heiskell Plaza (in Bryant Park) , Manhattan
5:00 p.m.
–6:00 p.m.
Bryant Park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will's-widow!
Free!
Saturday, October 21, 2017
Bird Walks
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
8:00 a.m.
–9:30 a.m.
Join NYC Audubon on birding walks through Van Cortlandt Park to discover wildlife happenings in the park.
Free!
Discovery Walks for Families: Beginning Birders - Hallett Nature Sanctuary
at
Chess & Checkers House (in Central Park) , Manhattan 
10:00 a.m.
–11:30 a.m.
Why do birds flock to Central Park every spring and fall? We’ll find out as we explore Central Park’s woodlands, and learn the basics of bird identification.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, October 22, 2017
Discovery Walks for Families: Beginning Birders - The North Woods
at
Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park) , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–11:30 a.m.
Why do birds flock to Central Park every spring and fall? We’ll find out as we explore Central Park’s woodlands, and learn the basics of bird identification.
Free!
Kids
Saturday, October 28, 2017
Bird Walks
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
8:00 a.m.
–9:30 a.m.
Join NYC Audubon on birding walks through Van Cortlandt Park to discover wildlife happenings in the park.
Free!
Discovery Walks for Families: Beginning Birders - The North Woods
at
Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park) , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–11:30 a.m.
Why do birds flock to Central Park every spring and fall? We’ll find out as we explore Central Park’s woodlands, and learn the basics of bird identification.
Free!
Kids
Art & Nature—Social Communication in the Insect World: Video Screening and Science Talk
at
Wave Hill House (in Wave Hill) , Bronx
1:00 p.m.
–2:00 p.m.
Learn how social insects—ants, bees, termites and more—have long inspired the imagination of artists and the curiosity of scientists.
Sunday, October 29, 2017
Bird Walks with New York City Audubon
at Queens Botanical Garden , Queens
9:30 a.m.
–10:30 a.m.
Spot and identify creatures of flight and learn how Queens Botanical Garden provides important resources for birds— like water, shelter, and insects to eat.
Kids
Discovery Walks for Families: Beginning Birders - Hallett Nature Sanctuary
at
Chess & Checkers House (in Central Park) , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–11:30 a.m.
Why do birds flock to Central Park every spring and fall? We’ll find out as we explore Central Park’s woodlands, and learn the basics of bird identification.
Free!
Kids
Flora and Fauna Walk of Highbridge Park with Leslie Day
at
Dyckman Street and 10th Avenue Entrance to Highbridge Park (in Highbridge Park) , Manhattan
10:00 a.m.
–11:00 a.m.
Come on a morning nature walk through Highbridge Park, an ideal spot to see many species of animals, insects, and birds. J
Free!
Birding: Raptor Migration
at Gateway Drive and Erskine Street (in Spring Creek Park) , Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.
–12:30 p.m.
Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome. To enhance your experience we encourage you to bring binoculars and field guides, or ask a Ranger to borrow a pair.
Free!
Hawk Watch at Moses Mountain
at Moses Mountain , Staten Island
12:00 p.m.
–2:30 p.m.
Join ecologist Seth Wollney to learn why hawks migrate and how to identify different species.
Free!
Discovery Walks for Families: Living Laboratory
at
Chess & Checkers House (in Central Park) , Manhattan
1:00 p.m.
–2:30 p.m.
Join us as we venture into the Hallett Nature Sanctuary, and investigate the design of this living laboratory.
Free!
Event
Saturday, November 4, 2017
Bird Walks
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
8:00 a.m.
–9:30 a.m.
Join NYC Audubon on birding walks through Van Cortlandt Park to discover wildlife happenings in the park.
Free!
Saturday, November 11, 2017
Bird Walks
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
8:00 a.m.
–9:30 a.m.
Join NYC Audubon on birding walks through Van Cortlandt Park to discover wildlife happenings in the park.
Free!
Saturday, November 18, 2017
Bird Walks
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
8:00 a.m.
–9:30 a.m.
Join NYC Audubon on birding walks through Van Cortlandt Park to discover wildlife happenings in the park.
Free!
Saturday, November 25, 2017
Bird Walks
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park) , Bronx
8:00 a.m.
–9:30 a.m.
Join NYC Audubon on birding walks through Van Cortlandt Park to discover wildlife happenings in the park.
Free!
Saturday, December 9, 2017
Kids Wildlife Workshop with Bobby Horvath
at J. Hood Wright Recreation Center (in J. Hood Wright Park) , Manhattan
2:30 p.m.
–4:00 p.m.
Have you ever wanted to meet an eagle owl? Pet a fox? Hold a red-tailed hawk? Here's your chance to get up close and personal with Northern Manhattan Parks' wildlife.
Free!
Kids
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