Wild animals in Vienna

Fox walks through the middle of Leopoldstadt

At first glance, it looks like a cat, but it was a fox strolling through Leopoldstadt.(Bild: Krone KREATIV,)

Almost half of Vienna's urban area consists of parks, meadows and forests. So it's no wonder that numerous wild animals can be found in Vienna - some of them are also drawn to inhabited areas.

Wild animals increasingly feel at home in cities too. And Vienna in particular, with its numerous parks and surrounding forests, is home to a particularly rich variety of species. A few days ago, "Krone" reader Silviu could hardly believe his eyes.

Strolling through Vienna undisturbed
Shortly before midnight, a fox was walking along Taborstraße. Neither the passers-by nor the cars disturbed the wild animal. Curious, it jumped onto the benches in front of the Bärenapotheke pharmacy at number 26 Taborstraße and sniffed at the plants in the Beserlpark. Finally, he ran towards Glockengasse and crawled under a gate.

Lots of foxes in the city
What is a special experience for many Viennese is no surprise to the city. According to MA 49, foxes can often be found in inhabited areas during the day. As they do not see humans as a danger, this is not abnormal behavior. Important: "Please do not feed the foxes under any circumstances", emphasizes the city council.

Correct behavior
But it is not only foxes that are frequently seen wild animals in urban areas; wild boars are also increasingly on the move in inhabited areas and gardens. Although shy, they have learned that there is no danger from humans. Nevertheless, it is essential to behave correctly when encountering them: do not make any hectic movements, retreat slowly and never throw sticks or stones at the wild boar.

In 2017, roe deer were also spotted in the city park for the first time, and they can often be seen at the central cemetery - especially at dusk, just like hares