Animals in the Urban Environment

Foxes in parks, hedgehogs in yards, birds on balconies — wildlife is increasingly penetrating cities. How do we coexist with these neighbors without harming them? We discuss rules for assistance, conflict prevention, and creating a wildlife-friendly urban environment.

Wild Animals in the City: What to Do With Them?

Foxes in parks, raccoons in trash cans, wild boars on the outskirts — wildlife is increasingly making itself known in the urban environment. How do you feel about such a neighborhood? Should cities adapt to wild animals, creating corridors and shelters for them, or should their numbers be more actively regulated? What is comfortable coexistence for you?

How to Properly Help Urban Wild Animals?

When faced with an injured pigeon or a chick fallen from a nest, many want to help but don't know how. Do you know how to act correctly in such a situation? Who and when should you report a found wild animal to? Let's create a guide to competent help together!

Should We Feed Wild Animals in the City?

Some believe that feeding helps animals survive the winter in the city, others see it as a cause of population growth and conflicts. Where is the line between help and harm? Should we feed ducks, squirrels, and birds? Share your opinion and experience.

Conflicts with Wild Animals in the Metropolis: Who is to Blame?

Attacks by stray dogs on people, foxes stealing shoes from dachas — such incidents are becoming more frequent. Who is responsible for this? Animals following their instincts, or people who have invaded their habitat? How to prevent conflicts?

How to Make Cities Wildlife-Friendly?

Urban planning is usually aimed at human comfort. What if we also consider the needs of wild animals? Are special crossings for hedgehogs, green corridors for squirrels, and safe nesting places for birds needed? What elements of a "friendly" city would you implement?

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