Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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For many injured, orphaned or rescued animals, the Maine Wildlife Park becomes their forever home and gives us a chance to see over 30 native species up close. We take you behind the scenes for a day in the animal life in the middle of winter.

Learn more about Maine Wildlife Park at maine.gov/ifw/wildlife-park

Borealis is made possible by the generous support of The Nature Conservancy Maine, The Maine Office of Tourism, Poland Spring, Evergreen Home Performance, The Conservation Fund, and viewers like you!

Learn more about Borealis at mainepublic.org/borealis

Production Credits:

Written and Produced by Aislinn Sarnacki
Videography by Brian Bechard and Nick Woodward
Editing by Derek Brigham and Brian Bechard
Music from Artlist