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.