Beavers

Beavers are one of nature’s great engineers. They are the second-largest rodent in the world and were hunted to extinction in Britain for their fur, meat, and castoreum. The habitats they build can help to transform our landscapes and improve our degraded waterways. However, while beavers can be hugely beneficial, their activities can cause conflicts.

Use this section of the website to learn more about the ecology and distribution of this once-extinct keystone species.