Do you remember this island fox?
In the Fall of 2023 this young female island fox was found injured on San Nicolas Island. Her story demonstrates the power of people working together toward a positive goal. Federal and state governmental agencies, biologists, zoos, private individuals, and Friends of the Island Fox donors, all came together to give this island fox a second chance.
See the virtual program
Date with a Fox - Sylvie's Story
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025
We heard from the team that found Sylvie and made all of the necessary connections to facilitate her transfer to the mainland.
Francesca Ferrara, Natural Resource Specialist, Naval Base Ventura County
Robyn Powers, consulting biologist, SWCA Environmental Consulting
V.P. of Animal Care and Health at the Santa Barbara Zoo, veterinarian Julie Barnes detailed the medical efforts that were needed to treat Sylvie's injured foot. You'll see the results from the orthopedic surgery that donors like you helped to pay for.
How is Sylvie today?
Living Desert Animal Care Curator, Heather Down, updates us on Sylvie's recovery.
FIF is Thankful for donors like you that helped to make this successful story possible.
