Woodpecker Wars
wild hope

Following a revelation that forest fires sparked by live-fire training at the Fort Bragg Army base in North Carolina create excellent habitat for the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker, scientists and soldiers have forged an improbable alliance to safeguard the special bird. Nearby landowners too are pitching in too - setting aside suspicions and animosity to save the species.

Episode Duration: 28 minutes and 16 seconds

Episode Number: 103

About Wild Hope:

At a time when news about the environment is filled with doom and people around the world feel increasingly fearful about the future, WILD HOPE is changing the narrative with surprising stories that show we can still change course.

This series of short films highlights the intrepid changemakers working to restore and protect our planet.

Each half-hour episode inspires audiences with stories of bold interventions, unexpected alliances, and nature's resilience.

Whether tapping oysters to clean New York City waters and prevent flooding or growing coffee to save Mozambican rainforests, the series reveals how local action can spark powerful change and provides a refreshing dose of hope in an increasingly cynical world.


Future Broadcast times for "Wild Hope": (show all)

Mon, Apr 29 7:00 P.M. Salamander of the Gods     NH World (11.3)
Mon, Apr 29 7:30 P.M. Canine Conservationists     NH World (11.3)
Tue, Apr 30 12:00 A.M. Salamander of the Gods     NH World (11.3)
Tue, Apr 30 12:30 A.M. Canine Conservationists     NH World (11.3)
Tue, Apr 30 8:00 A.M. Salamander of the Gods     NH World (11.3)
Tue, Apr 30 8:30 A.M. Canine Conservationists     NH World (11.3)
Sun, May 5 4:00 A.M. Salamander of the Gods     NH World (11.3)
Sun, May 5 4:30 A.M. Canine Conservationists     NH World (11.3)


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