Scientist in residence helps Coney Island students see the city’s wildlife beyond pigeons
Brooklyn seventh grader Mahima Peters-Paleja typically thought of rats and pigeons when picturing her borough’s wildlife. But now she’s got a glimpse of a more diverse ecosystem that surrounds her Coney Island middle school.
With the help of wildlife biologist Myles Davis, seventh grade students at Mark Twain Intermediate School for the Gifted & Talented have worked for months on a project monitoring animal activity in a nearby park through trail cameras.
Students worked with Davis to set up the cameras in December, and have since gathered hundreds of photos of birds, stray cats, and even a skunk. Those photos will be tagged and analyzed by the students, who will present their findings at a student showcase later this month.