Conservation success story! Remember the talk a while back at UNCA with Ben Novak of Revive and Restore? Their groundbreaking work with Black-Footed Ferrets has continued to succeed in bringing this (once thought extinct) species from the brink of being wiped out. Next stop, passenger pigeons! (fb)

Happy National Wildlife Day! Today we celebrate the incredible diversity of wildlife that makes our world so vibrant. From the soaring hawks to the tiniest songbirds, every wild creature plays an important role in keeping our ecosystems healthy and thriving. But celebrating wildlife also means recognizing the dedicated people who work tirelessly to care for them. 💚 We’re especially proud to honor our friend Maggie Graham, a true songbird hero right here in Asheville. Songbird rehabilitation is tireless, delicate work and Maggie’s dedication is an inspiration to us all. You can read more about Maggie’s work on pages 7-9 in the latest Wildlife Rehabilitators of NC newsletter: https://ncwildliferehab.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WRNC-Issue-96-FINAL.pdf You can also support her by purchasing her incredible artwork here: https://shop.newmorninggallerync.com/collections/artist-collection-maggie-graham Here’s to the wildlife we love and to the wildlife rehabilitators, volunteers, and conservationists who help protect them today and every day. (fb)