Charlottesville VA but thinking about the Allegheny Highlands

Protecting the hellbender is a link to protecting human health Hellbenders depend on pristine waters to survive and thrive, but the habitat that was the global stronghold was deeply impacted by Hurricane Helene.

"Southern Appalachians take a kind of pride in the hellbender and for good reason, because it's an indicator of healthy water quality, and we have some of the cleanest, healthiest water in the country, at least until recently, when Helene hit...." said Will Harlan our southest director.

Wtf