Nibi the 'diva' beaver allowed to stay at wildlife rescue centre

Newhouse Wildlife Rescue said Nibi - raised in captivity - was not ready to live in the wild.

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Nibi - who was raised in captivity - became the subject of a legal case over whether she would have to be released into the wild or could remain at the Newhouse Wildlife Rescue.

On Thursday, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey waded into the debate and issued a permit so the wildlife centre could keep Nibi, who has become a social media sensation.

“Nibi has captured the hearts of many of our residents, mine included,” Healey said on Thursday.

“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.”

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