The U.S. Federal Highway Administration has awarded NCDOT $25 million to construct wildlife crossings that can provide safe passage for the critically endangered species.
Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge
Alligator River refuge to celebrate 40 years of conservation
There will be refuge tours, educational activities, family fun, food, equipment on display and a chance to meet refuge staff during the Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge celebration.
Biologists, advocates push for more wildlife crossing funds
Proponents of the federal Red Wolf Recovery Program say more protected highway wildlife crossings in the Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge would benefit all species.