Wildlife in the city - through the lens

Welcome to my blog : Wildlife in the City - Through the Lens!

Here you will find the small and exciting moments of nature's life, right in the heart of the city.

My name is Irit Drob – a nature photographer, tour/lecturer and activist for the preservation of nature and wildlife, with a special love for jackals.

In this blog I will share with you photos, experiences from the field, insights and stories that happen right here – not in the desert, not in the jungle, but here near home – In an urban environment.

People and jackals - coexistence

Tour at Yarkon Park - Following the Jackals (as part of the "For the Yarkon" events - Yarkon River Authority) 🦊

At the end of March 2025, just before the sun set, I went out to guide a tour about jackals in Hayarkon Park. During the tour, I showed photographs, we watched videos, heard real howls, watched a pair of jackals emerge from the shadows, and even talked about ways to deal with situations in which jackals approach humans.

The participants asked questions, were amazed, and also calmed down a bit – because when you get to know the animal, you are less afraid and more understanding.

I have attached some photos from the tour. Every tour like this is not only an experience but also a reminder – that there is a whole and fascinating life that exists alongside us, if we only learn to look.

I would love for you to follow, share, comment – ​​and most of all, come travel with me 🌀