May 5, 2026
Hurricane Helene nearly wiped out a unique salamander species whose entire range is smaller than a tenth of Disney World in an NC gorge! 🦎 Scientists bravely rescued 15, including 4 pregnant females, now safe at the NC Zoo for breeding and eventual release. #NCWildlife #ConservationSuccess
Hurricane Helene nearly wiped out an entire species of salamander — its whole range is a 14-mile NC gorge, smaller than a tenth of Disney World. Scientists climbed back through the landslides and rescued 15, including 4 pregnant females. They now live at the NC Zoo for breeding and release.