A rare fisher sighting in a New Hartford backyard has people talking. Often called “fisher cats,” these wild, weasel-like creatures are shy, elusive, and typically hard to spot—until one ran right through Mallory Faro’s yard chasing a squirrel.
Talk about backyard drama! A wild turkey mating session was caught on camera in an Upstate New York yard, and it’s unlike anything you’ve seen. The 3-minute video, captured from a garage about 100 feet away, shows a tom turkey aggressively pursuing a hen—stomping, shifting, and locking into position. It’s a rare and intense glimpse into turkey mating behavior, and it's all happening right in the suburbs.
A bobcat was seen wandering through a Central New York yard, surprising residents and prompting a reminder from wildlife officials about staying safe around native animals.
New York is home to countless great fishing spots, but Lake Champlain stands out as a top destination. Stretching 120 miles and teeming with over 80 fish species, it’s been recognized as one of the best fishing lakes in the country for 2025.