The South Florida Wildlife Center cares for wildlife native to south-central Florida. As the highest-volume facility in Florida, SFWC treats over 10,000 animals annually. One of the 300 different species they work with is the gray fox. SFWC announced a happy update on a pair of gray foxes released back to the wild in October 2024.
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While a quick spotting on a trail cam may not seem like much, it means a lot to this gray fox pair and the rehab center. The pair arrived at the center in May 2024 as orphans. The staff at SFWC acted as surrogate parents. The kits were taught the survival skills they would need before being released back into a natural environment.
After training and assessment, the two gray foxes were transported to the Green Glades property of the Bergeron Foundation. They were excited about “Freedom Day.”
Wildlife is an integral part of the ecosystem. The gray fox eats rodents, which controls that population. Unfortunately, gray foxes are also prey for larger species, such as bobcats and coyotes. That is one of the reasons SFWC is so excited about the trail cam footage. It shows that the two animals are together four months after release, and they are thriving.
SFWC is a non-profit 501(c)(3) that survives entirely on donations. The facility includes a fully staffed and functional wildlife trauma care hospital staffed by certified veterinary and educational personnel. SFWC’s mission includes rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing injured and orphaned animals. They also work to educate the public about environmental issues and foster a peaceful coexistence with wildlife.
Celebrate the success of this pair of gray foxes with SFWC.
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