In North Carolina's Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge, the red wolf population faces a significant threat from vehicle collisions on U.S. 64, a highway that cuts through their habitat. The recent death of a breeding male red wolf highlighted the devastating impact of road accidents on this critically endangered species.
To address this issue, the Federal Highway Administration has allocated grants under a new Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program. A portion of the $125 million funding will be used to rebuild a 2.5-mile section of U.S. 64 with fencing and underpasses to facilitate safe passage for red wolves, black bears, and other wildlife.
