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Barn Owls Nest in NYC
Barn owls nest in New York City, drawing photographers and birdwatchers.
In brief
Barn owls nest in New York City, drawing photographers and birdwatchers. Barn owls have nested in Manhattan for the first time in modern history, attracting crowds of photographers and birdwatchers. Originally reported by Digital Camera World.
Barn Owls Nest in NYC
Barn owls have nested in Manhattan for the first time in modern history.
First Recorded Nesting
The Cornell Lab of Ornithology reports this is the first recorded instance of barn owls nesting in Manhattan in modern history.
Crowd Gathering
Photographers and birdwatchers gather near Central Park in Manhattan to see the owls.
Unusual Sight
Barn owls are rare in New York City, with the family living near a water tower.
Risks to Owls
Crowds risk disturbing the owls, so wildlife groups advise keeping a distance and using long telephoto lenses.
What Happens Next
Photographers and birdwatchers will continue to gather to observe the owls without disturbing them.
The key point
Barn owls have nested in Manhattan for the first time in modern history, attracting crowds of photographers and birdwatchers.
