Building Wild Spaces, Connectivity on I-4

Interstate 4 in Polk County had been a major barrier to wildlife movement with over 100,000 vehicle per day. The construction of the new wildlife crossing under I-4 reconnects the Hilochee Wildlife Management Area and provides new hope for Florida’s wildlife including the endangered Florida panther. Bear M34 was the inspiration as the data from his GPS collar helped solidify the location and urgency for this wildlife crossing.