Marielle Anzelone

Marielle Anzelone, urban botanist and founder of NYC Wildflower Week, reconnects city residents with waterways. Chris Bowser, estuary educator with NYS DEC and Cornell Water Resources, studies aquatic migrations and community science. They explore spring migrations of eels and horseshoe crabs. They talk about where and when these movements happen and how listeners can help track them.

Theresa Crimmins, phenology researcher and professor tracking seasonal shifts, and Marielle Anzelone, urban botanist who founded NYC Wildflower Week, talk signs of spring in the city. They discuss how plants and animals signal seasonal change. They highlight red maples, trout lilies, and citizen science tools to spot and record those hidden cues.

Marielle Anzelone, an urban botanist and founder of NYC Wildflower Week, teams up with Kelly Vilar, CEO of the Staten Island Urban Center, to discuss a vibrant biodiversity plan for New York City. They shed light on the critical connection between urban life and natural ecosystems, advocating for community involvement in conservation. The conversation highlights challenges like habitat loss and climate change while showcasing innovative solutions like green roofs to enhance urban resilience. Together, they present a blueprint for a greener, more sustainable city.