This study focuses on perceptions of urban wildlife in different urban settings - a college town and a city. We used surveys, interviews, and geographical analysis to examine perceptions about wildlife in each city. This furthered research because of the absence of similar studies. Data collected from surveys and interviews showed that there was a difference in perceptions about wildlife between the areas of study. Data from geographical analysis showed a stark lack of relevance to key contributing factors to wildlife in urban settings. Results confirmed individual perceptions about wildlife varied between cities. This result is significant since feelings about wildlife in urban areas were similar between cities. Understanding individual and collective perceptions about wildlife can offer significant opportunities to guide policy, governance and Geographical Information System (GIS) improvements.