The Discovery of Little Village

"The Discovery of Little Village" is the February 1967 and second story of Ranger Rick and his Friends.
== Plot ==
Ranger Rick's cousin, Ralph Raccoon, pays a visit to Deep Green Wood, accompanied by other animals. His home in Pleasant Wood is being threatened by "monster machines" that are tearing it down to make way for a shopping center in Big Town. As the animals of Deep Green Wood prepare to welcome their relatives from Pleasant Wood, Rick instructs them to invite the other animals to stay while he and Ralph investigate the situation.
When they visit Pleasant Wood, they find it devastated — bulldozers are at work, animals are fleeing, and trees are uprooted everywhere. Upon returning to Deep Green Wood, they discover the animals from Pleasant Wood have moved into their homes. While they're safe, the area is overcrowded, leading to quarrels and illnesses among the animals. Ranger Rick and Ralph set out to find a solution.
After weeks of searching, they come across a community called Little Village, which is clean and eco-friendly but devoid of wildlife. The residents of Little Village consult their park ranger, who advises them to create habitats for the wild animals. Inspired, they build new homes for the displaced creatures.
Ranger Rick and Ralph return to Deep Green Wood to share the good news. They announce the new habitats, and the animals begin to relocate, restoring peace to the forest. No more fighting and overcrowding — everyone has space to thrive. The story ends with a message from Ranger Rick about the dangers of overpopulation in wildlife and the importance of preserving their habitats for a balanced ecosystem.
== Characters ==
* Ranger Rick Raccoon
* Davey Deer
* Ralph Raccoon (debut)
* Tom Turtle
* Polly Possum
* Cubby Bear
* Charlie Bear (debut)
* Pudgy Porcupine
* Philip Porcupine (debut)
== Gallery ==
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==References==
Category:Stories/comics
Category:Ranger Rick
Category:1967