December in the parks feels different.
Fewer people. Softer light. Longer pauses between moments. I shared some reflections from recent winter walks in my latest blog, December in the Parks, Finding Stillness in Wild New York.
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Central Park and beyond!
Four owls. Four stories. Four Pins. One quiet holiday moment.
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As Christmas approaches, the city feels a little quieter.
The parks slow down this time of year. Fewer people. Fewer birds. More space to breathe.
Wishing you a peaceful and meaningful holiday, wherever you find your quiet.
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The beauty of this bird in flight feels almost majestic to me.
A quiet reminder of why I keep looking up.
The Wild New York 2026 Calendar marks ten years of noticing wildlife in a city that moves fast.
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The Blue Grosbeak from Central Park was one of my favorite sightings of the year.
It’s July in the Wild New York 2026 Calendar — and it inspired a reusable bag and my first scarf.
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April in the Wild New York 2026 Calendar features these Canada Goose babies from a perfect spring morning in NYC.
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March in the Wild New York 2026 Calendar features a Red-breasted Nuthatch photographed in Central Park — a bright spark of early spring in the heart of the city.
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Red Fox along wildlife drive at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge photographed by Dennis Newsham
A spontaneous autumn road trip from NYC led to Red Foxes, Avocets, and quiet roads through Delaware and New Jersey’s wildlife refuges. A perfect reset before winter. Read more at DennisNewsham.com — wildlife prints and gifts made for you. #WildNewYork
Fall Migration 2025 has been full of surprises — from Yellow-breasted Chats in city plazas to a Whip-poor-will in Central Park.
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Fall Migration 2025 in New York City: Hidden Gems
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Back at Midtown’s Verizon Plaza, this Yellow-breasted Chat was still turning heads — a bold burst of yellow in the middle of the city! 💛🌿
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Spotted again today at Midtown’s Verizon Plaza — the Yellow-breasted Chat put on a show! Big thanks to the birders who reported it and kept the alerts going.
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Stopped by 1114 Ave of the Americas today hoping for the reported Sora—no luck, but I did catch an American Redstart! Did you know they fan their tails to flush out insects?
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Love birding in Central Park’s Wildflower Meadow 🌸 — spotted this Northern Parula in striking colors! Fun fact: they often nest in hanging Spanish moss down south.
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A flash of wings and earthy tones—this Buckeye butterfly was a weekend surprise at Meadow Lake in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. 🦋
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Spotted at Meadow Lake in Flushing Meadows Corona Park — a Double-crested Cormorant sitting on a buoy that almost looks like it’s guarding an egg 🐦🌊
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Spotted a Canada Warbler in Central Park today — one of those perfect moments shared with birder friends.
These encounters are what inspire my Wild New York 2026 Calendar. 🗓️
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Female Rose-breasted Grosbeak standing tall pose on a tree in Central Park New York City photo by Dennis Newsham
Spotted a female Rose-breasted Grosbeak today in Central Park! Though more subdued in color than the males, she’s just as striking with her warm brown streaks and bold eyebrow stripe.
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Eastern Towhee taking a bath in Central Park. Photo be Dennis Newsham
Eastern Towhee taking a bath in Central Park = pure joy! 🧡 Known for its “drink your tea” song and fiery red eyes—always a welcome sight. 📸 Wildlife prints & gifts: DennisNewsham.com #EasternTowhee #BirdingNYC #SpringMigration #WildNewYork
Black and White Warbler in Central Park New York City Photo by Dennis Newsham
Black-and-white Warbler Spotted a Black-and-white Warbler in Central Park this week! One of the few warblers that creeps like a nuthatch—bold stripes, nonstop motion. 🖤🤍 📸 Discover NYC’s wildlife gifts: DennisNewsham.com #BirdingNYC #BlackAndWhiteWarbler #WildNewYork
Scarlet Tanager in Central Park photo by Dennis Newsham
Spotted a Scarlet Tanager in Central Park today—fresh from a bath and glowing in the spring sun! 🔥 One of the brightest sights of migration season.
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We’re right in the thick of Sprint Migration— what’s the best bird you’ve seen? This year was some of my best looks at a Blue-winged Warbler #birding #birdwatching #nycwildlife #wildnewyork
Lincoln Sparrow in Central Park photo by Dennis Newsham
Spotted a Lincoln’s Sparrow in Central Park! 🌿
Shy, streaked, and sweetly sung—this understated migrant is always a spring favorite if you’re lucky enough to see one.
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Blackpoll Warbler have been present in surprising numbers early in migration. Have you seen them?
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Indigo Bunting posing in a tree in Central Park Photo by Dennis Newsham
Spotted an Indigo Bunting in Central Park today—tilted its head just so in perfect light. 💙
These birds don’t have blue pigment—it’s all light refraction. Nature is wild.
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Raccoon butt in a tree on Central Park Photo by Dennis Newsham
Photographed a raccoon butt in Central Park today.
Head buried in a tree like it was done with the world. 😂🌳
Can relate. Sometimes you just need to hide.
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Black-throated Green Warbler in Central Park Photo by Dennis Newsham
Beautiful day birding in Central Park! ☀️
Highlight: this Black-throated Green Warbler posing like a pro. 💛🖤
Known for its buzzy song + bold throat patch—what a spring migration treat!
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Brown-headed cow Bird posing on a log in Central park NYC. Photo by Dennis Newsham
Sometimes it's the quiet moments that stay with you.
Today in Central Park, I spotted this Brown-headed Cowbird, perched perfectly on a fallen log.
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Screech Owl at Inwood Hill Park sunning itself in its home in the Sun Photo by Dennis Newsham
Saturday was a perfect day for birding—79°F and sunny in NYC! Started at the beautiful Inwood Hill Park, where a Northern Screech-Owl was out, both eyes open, soaking up the sun. 🌿🦉
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American Woodcock resting at Bryant Park, NYC photo by DennisNewsham.com
Bryant Park’s little urban explorer is still around! 🐦🍂 Spotted another American Woodcock today—perfectly camouflaged among the leaves.
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