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Wildlife Wednesday: Extirpated Edition 🐾

This week, we’re diving into the story of a wild cat that once called New York home but is now extirpated (locally extinct) in the state: the Canada Lynx (Lynx canadensis).

Historically, it roamed th

🌎 Earth Day 2026 | A Look at New York's Wild Neighbors 🦌

Did you know New York State is home to over 70 species of mammals? Many of which roam closer to us than we think! In celebration of Earth Day, here are some images submitted by citizen scie

These animals have been LYING to you! Well, it's not really their fault, we named them after all.

#nywildlife #snapshotny #nymammals #mammalmemes

🐺 Wildlife Wednesday: Extirpated Species Series: The Gray Wolf (Canis lupus) 🐺

This is going to be a long read, but an important and good one!

History of wolves in NY:
Before European settlement, wolves were common throughout New York. Loss of ha

🦡 Wildlife Wednesday: Extirpated Animals Edition 🦡

We've spent a lot of time celebrating the wildlife that still roam New York today... but what about the animals that used to call this landscape home? The next few Wildlife Wednesday posts will sp

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