More earth shattering news out of “Wolves-Eat-Beavers-University“. This time finding that a life time of living around wolves actually makes beavers cautious. The most annoying part is how surprised they are about beavers affecting habitat for soo many species even though are so annoying.
Well I should certainly hope so. Good Lord What next? Exciting new research that putting mousetraps in children’s pockets tends to make their hands colder?
Brave or bashful: How the threat of wolves changes beaver behavior
University of Minnesota researcher Thomas Gabel discusses his research on ecosystem interactions between wolves and beavers in Minnesota. This is part of “The Iconic Beaver,” a series that investigates the influence of this keystone species in Minnesota. “The Iconic Beaver” is produced by Mark Jacobs.
KAXE’s Tuesday Morning Show strives to take an in-depth look at some natural resource-based issues important to Northern Minnesota. Producer Mark Jacobs and hosts Heidi Holtan and John Latimer discuss the problems and highlight some creative solutions.
During the third segment of the Iconic Beaver series, University of Minnesota researcher Thomas Gabel discusses his research on the interactions of wolves and beavers in Minnesota.
Perhaps no animal has been more influential on the history of our region than the beaver. Among the beaver’s unique characteristics are its large teeth that can chew through a tree, the layered fur that protects them from the cold, and their ability to stay under water for prolonged periods. Their engineering skills enable them to not only build large lodges to raise their young, but construct dams out of mud and sticks that can alter the local environment.
Gosh I though they were just annoying! Obviously more research is needed!
