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At the South Florida Wildlife Center (SFWC), every animal’s story is a testament to the power of compassion and dedication. Recently, the center shared a heartwarming update about two gray foxes they rehabilitated and released back into the wild. These orphaned kits arrived at SFWC in May 2024, where the staff acted as surrogate parents, teaching them essential survival skills to prepare them for life in their natural habitat.
After months of care and training, the foxes were released in October 2024 at the Green Glades property of the Bergeron Foundation. Dubbed “Freedom Day,” this milestone marked the beginning of their journey back into the wild. Four months later, a trail camera captured footage of the pair thriving together, a moment that brought immense joy to the SFWC team. This sighting is a testament to the success of their rehabilitation efforts and the resilience of these animals.
@southflwildlifecenter Happy Freedom Friday 🦊 In May, we welcomed two gray foxes who came to us as orphans. They grew up together in our facility, learning essential survival skills in preparation for life in the wild. After undergoing several assessments, we confirmed they were ready for release. Gray foxes play a crucial role in our ecosystem by controlling rodent populations and serving as prey for larger apex predators, such as the coyote or bobcat. We are pleased to announce that these two foxes have been successfully released on the Bergeron Foundation property in Green Glades, where they will thrive in their natural habitat. Thank you for following their journey. For more inspiring stories like this, be sure to follow us. Happy Freedom Friday! #freedomfriday #grayfox #GreenGlades #Everglades #BergeronEvergladesFoundation #SFWC #nonprofit #StayWild ♬ original sound - South Florida Wildlife Center
Gray foxes play a vital role in the ecosystem by controlling rodent populations, but they also face threats from predators like bobcats and coyotes. SFWC’s work ensures that animals like these foxes have a fighting chance to survive and contribute to their environment.
As a non-profit organization, SFWC relies entirely on donations to operate its fully staffed wildlife trauma care hospital. Beyond rescue and rehabilitation, the center is committed to educating the public about environmental conservation and fostering coexistence with wildlife. The success of these gray foxes is a shining example of their mission in action.
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Check out all the great things we’ve been up to! Celebrating the Success of Gray Fox Rehabilitation at SFWC At the South Florida Wildlife Center (SFWC), every animal’s story is
