01:06:00|United States| Directed by Tracy Gracinao

Our Threatened & Endangered Species: Allegheny Woodrat follows the Pennsylvania Game Commission and partners as they fight to save one of the state’s most elusive mammals. Once common across the Appalachian Mountains, the Allegheny woodrat has declined for decades due to habitat loss, disease, and the disappearance of its ancient ally—the American chestnut tree.

Through striking cinematography and intimate fieldwork, the film reveals how a dedicated network of scientists, wildlife managers, and zoo professionals are uniting to restore a species on the brink. From genetic rescue and habitat reconstruction to chestnut reintroduction and captive breeding, each action tells a story of hope amid hardship.

Blending science and storytelling, Allegheny Woodrat explores the resilience of a species—and the people—bound to Pennsylvania’s rugged landscape. This is a story not only about saving a threatened animal but also about rekindling the connection between humans and the wild places that define us.