Beavers (genus Castor) are large semiaquatic rodents of the Northern Hemisphere. There are two existing species: the North American beaver (Castor canadensis) and the Eurasian beaver (C. fiber).

Dec 21, 2025 · beaver, (genus Castor), either of two species of amphibious rodents native to North America, Europe, and Asia. Beavers are the largest rodents in North America and Eurasia and the …

Beavers' incisors appear dark orange due to the high amount of iron contained in the enamel, which is the hard outer layer of the teeth. The iron strengthens the enamel, helping prevent the teeth from …

Beavers are semi-aquatic herbivores. They travel from water to land to collect and eat tree bark, leaves, roots, and wetland plants. Beavers are monogamous. They mate at around three years of age. …

Beavers are ecosystem engineers that build dams, boost biodiversity, and help fight climate change. Learn how conservation is helping them thrive.

Beavers can be extremely destructive animals. I have seen beaver take out over 1/2 acre of corn in one farmers field. I have also seen beavers put up a 4 foot high by 12 foot wide dam in under 3 nights. …

There are two species of beavers, which are found in the forests of North America, Europe, and Asia. These animals are active all winter, swimming and foraging in their ponds even when a layer of...

Nov 21, 2024 · Now, beavers are a stable and sometimes growing population around the state and across America. With all they do for the ecosystems, people who care deeply about them have …

What are beavers? Beavers are large rodents with adaptations for the aquatic environment: They have short limbs and their hind feet are large and webbed for propulsion in the water, whilst the front paws …

Beavers, often hailed as nature’s engineers, are far more than just bucktoothed rodents. These industrious creatures play a critical role in shaping landscapes and maintaining healthy ecosystems. …