Wildlife + The Wall

Wildlife + The Wall

Wildlife move freely through vehicle barriers in the San Rafael Valley. However, as of July 31st, 2025, border wall construction has already begun through this vital wildlife corridor.

Proposed border wall construction in the San Rafael Valley aims to cut through 27 miles of the last remaining unwalled sections of the Arizona-Sonora borderlands. This action would directly impact the migrations of wildlife species in their search for territory, water, food, and mates. It would irrevocably change the landscape, as well as species viability and survival.

Construction has already begun.

According to the recent Harrity et al study, only 1 in 10 animals will successfully cross when they encounter the wall.

We have already seen how border walls will impact the San Rafael Valley and its vibrant wildlife in several reports and studies.

Below, see this for yourself (all videos courtesy of Sky Island Alliance).

How it was…

(All images courtesy of Sky Island Alliance)

Bear crossing/bear “yoga”

How it will be…

What did the animals do to deserve this?

(All images courtesy of Sky Island Alliance)

Javelina + Wildlife Crossing

American Black bear + Wall

Mule deer at opening