The education ambassadors at the Wildlife Center of Virginia are some of the most important members of the organization’s team.
The animals are permanent residents of the Center because of injuries or other limitations, which do not permit their release back into the wild.
But they have a very important job representing their species and the Wildlife Center, and help the organization teach important lessons about wildlife, conservation and environmental stewardship to curious individuals eager to learn more about wildlife. They help the Center’s staff to teach the world to care about, and care for, wildlife and the environment.
The Center’s Wildlife Ambassador team includes Buddy the Bald Eagle, Maggie the Peregrine Falcon, Athena the Barred Owl and Wilson the Woodland Box Turtle.
Through Caring for Critters, the Center offers the opportunity for individuals to “adopt” ambassadors and help support their ongoing care, and to learn more about their stories and what they teach about wildlife and conservation.
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Rebecca Barnabi
