Stone martens find a home in Cornavin car park

A small wild animal has been living in the underground Cornavin car park in Geneva for around four months.

According to the 20 minutes, the animal - a marten - has been spotted by several users, and its presence has now been confirmed by the Parking Foundation in Geneva. 

The site is also home to many pigeons, which appear to be providing an easy food source.

No intervention is planned before autumn, as authorities say the animal’s breeding season runs from June to August and they want to avoid disturbing it.

Officials say damage to vehicles is not systematic and there is no risk to people, adding that open car parks can naturally attract wildlife.

 

 

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