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Juvenile Big Cypress Fox Squirrels Rehabilitated and Released

12/23/2025

Summary

Story summary

Two juvenile Big Cypress fox squirrels, threatened Florida species, were rehabilitated after falling from their nests.
They spent weeks at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida's wildlife hospital before release.
The squirrels bonded, reducing stress and supporting natural behaviors.
The release before the holidays highlights the Conservancy of Southwest Florida's commitment to rehabilitating rare wildlife.
Big Cypress fox squirrels are larger than gray squirrels and inhabit Florida's pine and cypress forests.

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Story summary

Two juvenile Big Cypress fox squirrels, threatened Florida species, were rehabilitated after falling from their nests.
They spent weeks at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida's wildlife hospital before release.
The squirrels bonded, reducing stress and supporting natural behaviors.
The release before the holidays highlights the Conservancy of Southwest Florida's commitment to rehabilitating rare wildlife.
Big Cypress fox squirrels are larger than gray squirrels and inhabit Florida's pine and cypress forests.