Urban Wildlife Researchers: Tracking Nature in the Concrete Jungle

Scientists in New York City are studying urban animals, such as raccoons, skunks, and opossums, to understand the diseases they carry and the potential risks to humans, pets, and wildlife. The researchers are investigating the spread of tick-borne diseases, as well as coronaviruses, in these animals. By collecting biological specimens and conducting veterinary exams, they hope to map disease transmission and develop strategies to safeguard human and animal health in urban environments.