Rare Fox Squirrels Released Back to Wild After Forming Special Bond
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📰 The quick summary: Two rare Big Cypress fox squirrels were successfully rehabilitated and released back into the wild together after bonding during their stay at a Florida wildlife hospital, boosting their chances of survival.
📈 One key stat: The threatened Big Cypress fox squirrels, which can grow three times larger than common gray squirrels, were successfully rehabilitated at the wildlife hospital for 74 and 56 days respectively.
💬 One key quote: “This was a special case for our team. Being able to rehabilitate these rare animals and return them to their natural habitat just before the holidays is exactly why my team and I are inspired to do this work every day,” said Lauren Barkley, the hospital’s associate director.
1️⃣ The big picture: Two juvenile Big Cypress fox squirrels, a threatened species in Florida, have been successfully released back into their natural habitat after rehabilitation. The rare squirrels, which haven’t been treated at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida in at least a decade, were both injured from falls and spent several weeks recovering at the von Arx wildlife hospital. During their stay, they formed a bond that wildlife experts believe will help their transition back to the wild. The pair was released at a carefully selected site with high-quality pine and cypress habitat near where one of them was originally found.
2️⃣ Why is this good news: The successful rehabilitation and release of these squirrels represents a win for conservation of a threatened species that has become increasingly rare in Florida. By releasing the bonded pair together, wildlife experts have increased their chances of survival as they can support each other during the transition to independence. The special rehabilitation program included specialized diets and housing that allowed the squirrels to develop natural behaviors like climbing and foraging. This case demonstrates that with proper care and expertise, even rare and elusive wildlife can be successfully returned to their natural habitats, helping to preserve biodiversity in Florida’s unique ecosystems.
3️⃣ What’s next: Wildlife experts will continue monitoring the area where the squirrels were released to track their progress. The Conservancy of Southwest Florida aims to use lessons learned from this case to improve future rehabilitation efforts for rare species. Conservation efforts for the Big Cypress fox squirrel and its habitat will remain crucial to ensure the species’ long-term survival.
Read the full story here: The Guardian – ‘Rare’ squirrels set free together after bonding at Florida hospital for injured wildlife
