Eastern Gray Squirrel
Probably the most frequently seen animal around the city. Playful, quick, and often found in backyards, campuses, and parks. Guests will almost certainly spot them near rental properties with trees.
Probably the most frequently seen animal around the city. Playful, quick, and often found in backyards, campuses, and parks. Guests will almost certainly spot them near rental properties with trees.
Very common in Pittsburgh’s parks and wooded neighborhoods. Often spotted at Frick Park, Schenley Park, and North Park. Known for their graceful leaps and distinctive white tails.
A majestic bird of prey found in Pittsburgh’s larger green spaces. Known for their deep hooting calls at night. Can be spotted (if you’re lucky) in places like Riverview Park, which is home to an observatory and wooded trails.
Mallard ducks are a common and adaptable species, and they are a familiar sight in and around Pittsburgh's waterways. Here's a look at their presence and characteristics in the region: Abundance and Habitat: Mallards are the most common duck in the Northeast U.S., including Pennsylvania. They are highly adaptable and thrive in a variety of habitats, from wild wetlands and rivers to urban and suburban ponds, lakes, and even swimming pools. In the Pittsburgh area, you can find them in places like the Allegheny, Monongahela, and Ohio Rivers, as well as local parks, ponds, and streams.
