urban wildlife

The gut microbiomes of city-dwelling animals, including coyotes, lizards, and birds, show similarities to those found in humans who also live in urban environments.

The biologist at the University of Sunshine Coast in Australia wants to understand why some animal species adapt well to urbanization, while others fall flat.

As shelter-in-place orders quieted the city of San Francisco, its sparrow population developed softer, sexier songs.

Across the globe, wildlife is exploring empty places usually occupied by people.