Michael Flores+FollowHamsters Take Over Vienna’s Famous CemeteryPlot twist: Vienna’s Central Cemetery isn’t just for the dearly departed—it’s now a hotspot for endangered European hamsters! Researchers found these fierce little guys (plus rare toads and squirrels) thriving among the gravestones. The cemetery even gives wildlife tours and lets the animals be. Who knew a graveyard could be a biodiversity paradise? Makes you wonder what other urban wild secrets are hiding in plain sight! #Science #WildlifeWednesday #UrbanNature50Share
Tanya Jackson+FollowBerries, Bugs & Prickly Surprises!City parks are wild right now—literally! Found some wineberries that look delicious but are guarded by a fortress of thorns (ouch). Also, aphids are having a party on the sunflowers, and ants usually join in, but not yet. Spotted some red nymph lanternflies too—adults should be flying soon. Nature’s drama is in full swing, and honestly, I’m here for the chaos! #Pets #UrbanNature #Berries10Share
Jessica Hodge+FollowRed-Tailed Hawks Are Changing Their GameDid you know red-tailed hawks are totally switching up their migration habits? Thanks to warmer winters and more city sprawl, these iconic birds are sticking around places they used to ditch for the season. They’re even using buildings as hunting perches! But it’s not all good news—urban dangers like cars and pesticides are putting them at risk. Plus, this could mess with local ecosystems. Citizen scientists can help by tracking sightings, and we can all pitch in by cutting back on pollution and skipping harsh pesticides. #WildlifeWatch #UrbanNature #ClimateChange #BirdsOfPrey #EcoAction #Science1299Share
Michael Flores+FollowYou Won’t Believe What Trees Do for UsTurns out, trees are basically silent superheroes. Not only do they clean our air and cool down our neighborhoods, but they also help us feel happier and even age slower. Researchers in Singapore are using drones to see how wildlife uses green spaces, and they’re finding that just being around trees can boost your mood and health. Even the colors in parks can make you feel cooler or warmer! Makes you want to spend more time outside, right? #GreenSpaces #TreeMagic #UrbanNature #HealthHacks #NatureHeals #Science20Share
