Discover Hoboken’s Hidden Wildlife: A Biodiversity Haven in the Mile Square City
You might not realize it, but Hoboken is teeming with wildlife. From our revitalized waterways to the pockets of nature meticulously cultivated by environmentalists and naturalists, Hoboken has become a haven for diverse species. “Our Tern” is committed to advocating and amplifying this biodiversity to lead the Mile Square City in a renewed commitment to protecting these creatures and lifeforms that so many have worked tirelessly to reestablish.
Here’s a glimpse into the rich biodiversity you can find in Hoboken:
Birds
- Common Tern
- Peregrine Falcon
- Great Egret
- American Robin
- Northern Cardinal
- House Sparrow
- Blue Jay
- Red-winged Blackbird
- Mallard Duck
- Canada Goose
- Eastern Bluebird
- Double-crested cormorant
Marine Life
- Blue Crab
- Striped Bass
- Silverside Minnow
- American Eel
- Atlantic Menhaden
- Oyster
- Blue Mussel
- Comb Jelly
- Grass Shrimp
- Horseshoe Crab
Mammals
- Eastern Gray Squirrel
- Opossum
- Raccoon
- Striped Skunk
- Norway Rat
- Eastern Cottontail Rabbit
- Little Brown Bat
- Meadow Vole
- White-footed Mouse
Hoboken’s diverse ecosystem is the result of concerted efforts by dedicated environmentalists and naturalists. Thanks to their hard work, our urban landscape is alive with nature, from the skies above to the waters below. By protecting and nurturing these habitats, we can ensure that Hoboken remains a vibrant, sustainable community for generations to come.
Join “Our Tern” in celebrating and safeguarding Hoboken’s biodiversity. Look around—nature is closer than you think!