{"id":249231,"date":"2026-04-28T06:09:15","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T06:09:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/249231\/"},"modified":"2026-04-28T06:09:15","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T06:09:15","slug":"central-florida-10-year-old-competes-in-national-wildlife-conservation-contest-wftv","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/249231\/","title":{"rendered":"Central Florida 10-year-old competes in national wildlife conservation contest \u2013 WFTV"},"content":{"rendered":"

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. \u2014 A fifth grader from Central Florida is being recognized for her dedication to wildlife conservation as part of a national contest.<\/p>\n

Ten-year-old Isabella Nangle<\/a> is participating in Colossal\u2019s Jr. Ranger competition, a nationwide initiative that supports conservation and raises awareness for the National Wildlife Federation.<\/p>\n

Her family says the competition has become more than a contest, providing Isabella with a platform to share educational content about animals and inspire other children to appreciate nature.<\/p>\n

\u201cI love the beauty and creativity of nature,\u201d Isabella said. \u201cI like being outdoors among flowers and trees, where I can explore and find inspiration.\u201d<\/p>\n

She shares that her passion for animals is deeply personal, particularly her affection for rabbits.<\/p>\n

\u201cBunnies are my favorite animal\u2026 they helped me heal and brought back my happiness,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

If she wins, Isabella could be featured in Ranger Rick Magazine<\/a>, receive a $20,000 prize, and participate in a special wildlife experience.<\/p>\n

Her family hopes her journey will showcase the positive impact young people can have on conservation and inspire other children to get involved.<\/p>\n

Click here<\/a> to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here<\/a> to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.<\/p>\n

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