This bear was left unconscious on the side of the road. Now she’s fighting back.

⚠️ A 35-pound black bear cub is recovering after an apparent car strike in Hunterdon County.

➡️ Wildlife experts found no broken bones or internal injuries, though the cub likely suffered a concussion.

🔴 The refuge reminds residents to call trained wildlife professionals instead of approaching injured animals.

A Hunterdon County animal rescue is caring for a black bear cub after an apparent vehicle strike.

The 35-pound juvenile female cub is said to be doing well since being picked up off the side of Rick Road in Alexandria and is now under the watchful eye of Woodlands Wildlife Refuge.

The local nonprofit charity is celebrating 40 years of helping and rehabilitating wildlife, as based in Pittstown — which spans parts of Alexandria, Franklin, and Union townships.

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Aurora the bear cub at Woodlands Wildlife Refuge (Credit: Woodlands Wildlife Refuge via Facebook)

'Aurora' the bear cub is recovering after a roadside rescue

“Aurora,” is the bear’s nickname, as in the Disney princess in "Sleeping Beauty," because she was knocked out by the vehicle strike.

After a good Samaritan spotted the cub, she was treated by Animal Hospital of Clinton- Perryville, where tests showed no broken bones or internal injuries, just a likely concussion.

Woodlands Wildlife Refuge Aurora cub -

Wildlife refuge reminds New Jersey residents to keep a safe distance

“As a gentle reminder, always prioritize safety when encountering wildlife. For potentially dangerous species such as bears, deer, raptors, bobcats, venomous snakes, call the DEP’s 24-hour, toll-free hotline at 1-877-WARN DEP (1-877-927-6337),” according to a Facebook post shared by Woodlands Wildlife Refuge on Thursday.

“Remember, all wildlife can pose safety risks, even when injured, including deer and young animals like raccoons. Safety is always our top priority. If you have any wildlife concerns, please call us or your local wildlife rehabilitator,” the post said.

The refuge points would-be helpers to the New Jersey Association of Wildlife Rehabilitators, and its partners as listed at NJAWR.org.

This year alone, the refuge has cared for over 1,000 wild critters — including several bear cubs, bobcats and coyotes, raccoons, red foxes as well as several species of turtles.