Squirrels, seagulls, ducks - seemingly innocuous features of urban landscapes, yet still fascinating animals in their own right. Photographer Caroline Guzman is on a mission to reveal the lives of the creatures that roam our cities. Born in New York City and now based in Seattle, Guzman is combining her passion for journalism and conservation to highlight the wildlife we encounter on the daily. “I want people to see that we can learn from every animal,” she says.
With her video series Wild Urban Tails, Guzman shares information about the role these species play in the ecosystem and how we can live in harmony. “It is crazy that animals have been able to evolve and survive despite all our actions,” she says. “The main goal of the project was to bridge the gap between urban animals and people.” By broadcasting the stories of urban wildlife, she’s ensuring our cities can become places of coexistence. Visit carolineguzman.com to discover more. Footage by Caroline Guzman was used in the making of this film.
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