As soon as a team of rescuers at Carolina Wildlife Conservation Center in North Carolina heard about baby skunks whose mom was hit by a car, they rushed to the rescue.
The eight little furballs curled up next to each other on the side of the road, seeking comfort in each other.
They held on to the hope that their mom would soon wake up and that someone would take them to safety.
Sadly, as time went by, the baby skunks started realizing that their beloved mom was gone for good.
Taken To Safety
When the rescuers reached the scene, the fluffy babies were still huddled together. The good people collected them and brought them to their rescue facility.
The babies got a medical checkup. All of them were doing fine except for the smallest furball who was struggling to survive. The team named her Angel Wing.
Apart from being the runt of the litter, Angel Wing stood out due to her distinctive coloring.
“She was one of the only ones with a black body and a little white head,” a rescuer at Carolina Wildlife Conservation Center told The Dodo.
The wonderful team at the North Carolina rescue took great care of Angel Wing, and fortunately, she began to feel better after a week.
Once the little fighter reached full health, she showed her playful personality, surprising her rescuers.
“She was able to pull through, and in such a big way, and just come out and be this little but mighty character,” Carolina Wildlife Conservation Center said.
Although she was the runt of the litter, Angel Wing took charge and often stirred up the most trouble. She was the most vocal of all her siblings and the one who initiated wrestling matches.
Released Into The Wild
The rescuers made sure Angel Wing and her siblings had enough room to play.
They enjoyed romping around and digging in their enclosures. While their kind of play seemed chaotic at times, it was essential for their growth and development.
Once the siblings regained strength and showed independence, the rescuers released them into the wild.
The team who was once worried about Angel Wing felt proud of her strong character and the progress she made.
“[She] probably will be the boss of the forest,” the rescue added.
The rescuers at Carolina Wildlife Conservation Center advise that if you find a baby skunk alone for more than 24 hours, or if it seems lethargic and cold, you should contact a wildlife organization for assistance.
Let’s be there for all the helpless animals who need our help.