Exploring How a New York Bridge Became a Sanctuary for Unique Birds

Exploring How a New York Bridge Became a Sanctuary for Unique Birds

In the Hudson valley, the wooded cliffs and the meanders of the river house discreet but tenacious biodiversity. Between frequented roads and metal structures, some species find unexpected shelters. This is the case of the Balbuzards, these fishermen's raptors which recently nest at the top of a suspension bridge. Overlooking the waters several tens of meters high, this road infrastructure has become much more than a simple traffic axis. It is a…

In the Hudson Valley, forested cliffs and river meanderings are home to a discrete but tenacious biodiversity. Between busy roads and metal structures, some species find unexpected shelters. This is the case of the balbuzards, these fishermen who recently nest at the top of a suspended bridge. Overlooking the waters at several tens of meters high, this road infrastructure has become much more than a simple axis of traffic.This is a refuge for th…