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Eurasian Beaver Strips Bark from a Fallen Tree and Swims Away

Eurasian Beaver strips bark from a fallen tree on a river in Austria and swims out of shot.

Image ID 56920423
Production Year 2024
Length 00:00:15
Production Company Dream Wild Films
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FormatMP4

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Eurasian or European beaver (Castor fiber) is widespread across Eurasia. It was once hunted for its fur, meat, and castoreum. A reintroduction and protection programme led to its gradual recovery.The Eurasian beaver is a herbivore that thrives near water bodies.Beavers build dams that trap sediment, improve water quality, reduce the risk of flooding downstream, and house vast amounts of biodiversity.

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Dream Wild Films