Eurasian Beaver Eats Leaves in Austria
Eurasian beaver eats leaves on a river bank holding the stems in its claws.
- Image ID 56920424
- Production Year 2024
- Length 00:00:06
- Production Company Dream Wild Films
- Resolution
- FormatMP4
Synopsis
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