A recent sighting of a wild beaver family in the United Kingdom’s Avon River is “extremely significant”. Three generations of beavers were sighted in a single location, which is of the utmost notability, as it is the first time in 400 years the endangered animals have established themselves without help...
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A recent sighting of a wild beaver family in the United Kingdom’s Avon River is “extremely significant”.
Three generations of beavers were sighted in a single location, which is of the utmost notability, as it is the first time in 400 years the endangered animals have established themselves without help from humans.
The discovery follows a five-year scientific study conducted by the Avon Wildlife Trust, which shows the presence of beavers has a wide range of positive effects on the environment, nature and people.
The research found active beavers improve water quality, reduce flood risk and increase biodiversity.
A new Beaver Management Group, consisting of conservation bodies as well as local community groups, has been appointed to monitor the new population and work with landowners.
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