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Wildlife photographer and writer. Co-author of the photo book Finding Flaco: Our Year with New York City's Beloved Owl. See link in profile for more info!

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@davidlei
David Lei
11 months
Getting a book review from the New York Times is a dream come true for us and a testament to how much Flaco meant to so many. The review (link below) includes some fun stories we haven’t shared before.
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Jacqueline Emery
11 months
This morning @davidlei and I received an early Christmas present — a lovely book review by Elisabeth Egan at the New York Times Book Review (link below). We’re grateful for the enthusiastic and heartwarming words of support readers have shared with us. Happy Holidays!
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This photo shows Romeo the male Central Park coyote with the lights of a busy Manhattan street in the background. Note: Coyotes are social but generally not pack animals the way that wolves are. They live in monogamous pairs or in small family units: parents with their children,
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@Balt_USA_Neuro
Balt USA Neuro
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David Lei
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“All my hatahs become betas when I rise to alpha of the pack.” (Central Park coyote) We elect a new mayor to succeed Eric Adams today after a contentious race. As a lifelong New Yorker, I wish success for the winner—and for the city—whether I vote for him today or not.
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David Lei
2 days
Note: I’ve posted the photo of Romeo before (though we had their sexes mixed up at the time) but not yet the one of Juliet.
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David Lei
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A good boy and a good girl. Central Park coyotes Romeo (bottom) and Juliet (top) drinking from dog bowls some time ago. I usually see them drink from ponds, streams and puddles. These were the only times I’ve seen them drink from dog bowls. #birdcpp #nature #wildlife
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Jacqueline Emery
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My first ever sighting of an eastern screech-owl in Central Park! This owl was flushed by a raccoon and was at first only visible through our thermals. The owl then flew in closer so we could get a better look. I have not seen the owl since that magical night. ✨💕🦉 #birdcpp
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David Lei
4 days
People who see her and her mate Romeo for the first time are usually surprised by how small they are. Some incorrectly judge them to be the size of larger and heavier dogs such as German shepherds, or even mistake them for wolves. Romeo and Juliet are mostly glimpsed on the move
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David Lei
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Juliet the Central Park coyote when the daffodils were in bloom. The bench is a helpful reference point for her size, which may be smaller than you’d expect. (Earlier this year) Cont’d #birdcpp #nature #wildlife
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David Lei
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Happy Howl-O-Ween! A recent look at Juliet the Central Park coyote flashing eyeshine reflected from a nearby streetlight. #birdcpp #nature #wildlife
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David Lei
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Happy Owl-O-Ween! Mother great horned owl with an eastern cottontail rabbit carcass for her nestlings. (Spring 2025 in New York State) #birding #nature #wildlife
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David Lei
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Eastern whip-poor-will waking up, yawning, stretching and flying out near the end of dusk. All in less than a minute! (Early October in The Ramble, Central Park, New York) #birdcpp #birding #nature
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@tmgindustrialUS
TMG Industrial USA
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At first, it’s just a tool. But over time, the wheel balancer becomes essential—making sure every wheel is perfectly balanced, every ride is smooth, and every turn is precise. It’s the hidden hero that ensures your tires last longer, and your drive stays steady.
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David Lei
17 days
A recent look at a Nashville warbler in a butterfly bush at the North Meadow Butterfly Gardens in Central Park. Always a good place to see this species during fall migration. #birdcpp #birding #nature
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David Lei
19 days
A very cooperative Connecticut warbler. (Earlier this week, Trinity Church, New York City) #birdcpp #birding #nature
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@wildbirdfund
Wild Bird Fund
19 days
Merch alert! 👕 We’ve just released a new series of tees and totes in our online store. Behold 4 new designs by the talented Esther Koslow, a longtime WBF volunteer. A portion of each sale benefits our patients.🦉 https://t.co/zE5JQIQij4
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David Lei
19 days
At the end of the day, all any of us really wants is a comfortable place to rest our snouts. Romeo and Juliet the Central Park coyotes having an affectionate moment. The long snout belongs to Romeo. 🐺❤️🐺 (Earlier this year) #CaptureCoexistence #birdcpp #nature
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David Lei
20 days
In this photo, Juliet’s sensitive eyes reflect a bright streetlight nearby. She had just darted into the shadows after recognizing an off-leash dog who gives her and Romeo trouble from time to time. We’ve observed this dog chasing them on multiple occasions. The dog is sweet with
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David Lei
20 days
Behind every successful man is a strong woman with scary eyes. 😅 Romeo the Central Park coyote with his mate Juliet in the shadows. (Earlier this year) Cont’d #CaptureCoexistence #birdcpp #nature
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David Lei
21 days
Juliet the Central Park coyote and Balto the sled dog. (Earlier this year) #CaptureCoexistence #birdcpp #nature
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David Lei
22 days
Nice catch for this black and white warbler! If you know what kind of insect that is—I do not—please chime in below! (Central Park, New York) #birdcpp #birding #nature
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David Lei
22 days
I love ovenbirds for how they strut around on the ground but I get most excited photographing them when they briefly perch on branches. (Central Park, New York) #birdcpp #birding #nature
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