This great vintage photograph from 1917 shows some of the last horse-drawn public transportation trams in New York City. The photographer was standing just north of the intersection of Broadway and Broome Street in SoHo, looking uptown. On the left you see the temporary wooden road covers for the under-construction NYC subway lines.

Just before the last of these vehicles was banished from the streets of New York City, the photographer snapped one of them as it passed alongside a ‘Modern Electric Car’ powered by the conduit between the rails. This photo was shot on Broadway just north of the intersection with Broome Street. The car is headed southbound.

Here is a Google StreetView of how the area looks today from the same spot:

Using sources from the NYC Parks Department and others, the team at Bike Rental Central Park recently created this great infographic showing all of the fauna and flora you can find in New York City. Suspiciously omitted are the giant rats and sewer alligators…

When you imagine New York City, visions of imposing skyscrapers, dazzling lights, and concrete labyrinths may come to mind. The incredible population of New York suggests that there would be little room for biodiversity beyond humans. In reality, New York City is home to hundreds of animal species, making it a vibrant hub of urban wildlife.

Good morning! Wishing you a happy Monday, October 15th, 2018 from all of us at Viewing NYC!

Here's what the weather looks like in the City right now.