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Wildlands Conservancy to document elusive small mammals in Lehigh Valley

The Emmaus-based nonprofit received a $38,400 state grant to document elusive species including weasels, flying squirrels and shrews across State Game Lands and preserves.

Published Apr 5, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

Animals such as white-tailed deer, black bear and red foxes are common and often spotted inhabitants of the Lehigh Valley. But the region is also home to a number of smaller mammals that residents rarely, if ever, see.