This is from the Manitoba museum “Introducing Amik” display.
Now this article caught my attention. It is full of beaver photos without a SINGLE nutria or groundhog, which is rare enough. Plus its title made me really stop and think.
How Many Beavers Are There in the World?
You may have heard that beaver populations were struggling. However, a lot of work has been carried out to restore their habitats and encourage them to return. Click through our slideshow to find out how beaver populations are doing these days.
Okay I don’t believe anyone is worried about the beaver population. I usually hear there are too many, not too few.
One of two living beaver species is the North American beaver (Castor canadensis). It was originally from North America, but it has since spread to Europe and South America. The common name “beaver” is used interchangeably with “mountain beaver” in the United States and Canada, leading to some confusion between the two species. The North American beaver is not only the official state mammal of two states (Oregon and New York) but also one of the official national wildlife symbols of Canada.
The other living species of beaver, Castor fiber, is native to Eurasia but goes by a variety of common names such as the American beaver and the Canadian beaver. When it comes to living rodents, beavers are second only to capybaras in terms of size. In today’s article, we are going to explore the current beaver population, including how many are left in the world.
Okay so far.