Meet Kyra, PWC's Husbandry and Intern Coordinator! Kyra oversees the daily care of all 27 of our Animal Ambassadors and leads our Conservation Intern program. Her work ensures that every animal at PWC thrives—and that our interns do too!

Kyra’s favorite part of the job? Getting to know each of our Animal Ambassadors and making their lives the best they can be. “Every one of our ambassadors is unique, and it's a joy to discover their quirks,” she says.

Kyra’s journey into environmental education started early. With a love for nature (especially birds!), she earned her BA in Environmental Education from Catawba College and her MS in Biology from Miami University of Ohio. Her background includes roles at Osprey Wilds, the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, and the Greenville Zoo. Along the way, she developed a special connection to birds of prey—and now she gets to work with them daily here at PWC!

Originally from Butler, PA, and raised in Holly Springs, NC, Kyra now lives in Durham. Outside of work, you’ll find her birding, playing Wingspan, journaling, painting, reading, or spending time with her husband, dog, and cat.

Kyra's favorite animals? The American Kestrel and the Bearded Vulture (also known as the Lammergeier).

Thank you for all that you do for our staff and Animal Ambassadors, Kyra!