Urban wildlife

Chapter 1

Cairo’s weasels

While cats are famous as a symbol of the ancient Egyptians, Cairenes are taking steps to ensure that the lives of all their four-legged residents are happy, including weasels.

Chapter 2

Canberra’s kangaroos

We turn our focus to Canberra, where wildlife co-exists with the city’s human residents.

Chapter 3

Rome’s wild boars

We sent Monocle’s Rome correspondent David Plaisant to find out if the city’s hooved and snouted residents are our friends or foes.

Chapter 4

São Paulo’s scorpions

Residents of the Brazilian city are used to wildlife but the latest animal to arrive hasn’t been welcomed with open arms.