Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey's administration issued a permit to Newhouse Wildlife Rescue this week to let Nibi the beaver remain at the rehabilitation facility and serve as an educational animal.
"Nibi has captured the hearts of many of our residents, mine included," Healey said in a press release from her office. "We're excited to share that we have issued a permit for Nibi to remain in Newhouse's care, continuing to educate the public about this important species. I'm grateful to our state's dedicated wildlife biologists who work every day to care for Massachusetts wildlife, and I hope Nibi inspires more people to protect our natural world."