Over the past few years, more wild animals have been seen along the Hudson County waterfront, including in Hoboken, Jersey City, and Weehawken. People have spotted a seal in Hoboken, deer wandering city streets, coyotes in local parks, and even strange groups of worms after heavy rain. The local community is glad to see that wildlife is slowly returning to places once known only for buildings and busy roads.
Key Takeaways
- A fox was recently spotted in Weehawken by writer Susie Felber, joining a growing list of wildlife seen along the Hudson County waterfront.
- Hoboken residents continue to debate online whether sightings are of foxes or coyotes, especially during peak mating and denning seasons.
- New Jersey officials encourage the public to report wildlife sightings, which help in tracking rare and endangered species across the state.
A Fox Spotted on the Weehawken Waterfront
On April 16, Thursday evening, Weehawken resident and writer Susie Felber had an unexpected experience while walking along Boulevard East, near the Hudson River. Felber, who is the editor and publisher of the Weehawken Gazette, was heading south toward her home when she saw a fox…