The skunk population in Central Park, yes we said skunk population, is on the rise.
While raccoon sightings are not uncommon the rise in the occurrences of park goers seeing – and smelling – skunks is unprecedented.
The city Parks Department, however, has no plans to boot the skunks.
“As a general policy, NYC Parks does not interfere with the natural habitat of skunks and will not relocate healthy skunks found in a park,” it said in a statement.
“Skunks are part of the wildlife of New York City.”
The stinkers have been spotted most often on a path across from Le Pain Quotidien eatery in the park, witnesses said.
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Central Park features 843 acres filled with classic architecture, gorgeous statuary and up to date sports, educational and performance facilities. Besides all of this there is the world famous Central Park Zoo and Wildlife Center and the Children’s Zoo.
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From The Philharmonic on the Great Lawn to Shakespeare in the Park to SummerStage, Central Park offers an endless array of things to do, see, hear – and, with two full service restaurants and several cafes, taste. You can visit The Shakespeare Garden, take in a performance at the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theater, take a ride on the Carousel – or just sit and people watch at Bethesda Terrace!
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