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Join a virtual baby shower to support orphaned wildlife

Carolina Wildlife Conservation Center is hosting a unique baby shower event to support the baby animals in its care.

Four young foxes are huddled in a small enclosure atop blankets and bowls of food.

Carolina Wildlife Conservation Center is rehabilitating fox kits this spring.

Photo via Carolina Wildlife Conservation Center

Chances are you’ve never been part of a baby shower as wild as this one.

As spring brings new life, Carolina Wildlife Conservation Center (CWCC) is hosting a virtual baby shower now through Monday, April 28. The event aims to purchase specialized formula, food, and medications for dozens of baby animals, including red fox kits, Virginia opossums, eastern cottontail rabbits, and eastern box turtles.

Ways to support

Four baby rabbits huddle together in a small box.

Keep a close eye on rabbit nests in your backyard this spring.

Photo via Carolina Wildlife Conservation Center

Wildlife warriors

Since opening in 2019, CWCC has rescued over 10,000 wild animals from across North Carolina. Sick and orphaned critters are rehabilitated with the goal of being returned to the wild.

Spring is the busiest time of year for CWCC, as squirrels, rabbits, raccoons, foxes, opossums, and deer have their babies.

Food for thought: CWCC anticipates supporting over 1,000 baby animals in 2025.

Two female volunteers feed baby rabbits.

Consider being a volunteer at Carolina Wildlife Conservation Center.

Photo via Carolina Wildlife Conservation Center

There’s a baby animal in my yard... now what?

Despite Charlotte’s booming population, it’s still common for people to see wildlife in their backyards. And some need help.

“Many people call CWCC each day after finding a wild animal and simply not knowing what to do,” said Morgan Rafael, Executive Director of the Carolina Wildlife Conservation Center. “Our team provides clear, easy-to-follow instructions on what to do when you find an orphaned or injured baby animal — and how to safely bring them to our hospital for rehabilitation care.”

Found a baby bunny or raccoon near your home? Use the CWCC hotline, which is used 50+ times per day.

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