The American beaver ( Castor Canadensis) is known to be a pure herbivore; chomping on trees, twigs, and leaves. A lot is known about the beaver’s feeding behavior but its drinking behavior is less talked about. As an animal living and doing its daily chores on bodies of water, does the beaver drink from the …
The American beaver (Castor canadensis) is a semi-aquatic animal that belongs to the Rodentia family. This mammal is an excellent swimmer and thrives in freshwater habitats with lots of vegetation at the water’s edge. As common as the beaver’s types of habitats are, one might wonder if the rodent is as common a sight as …
Beavers are some of North America’s most unique animals, not only because of their intelligence and behavior but also because of their appearance. What sets these little guys apart, aside from their large teeth, are their unusual-looking tails. Beaver tails don’t just look cool; they are also handy tools critical for survival. Just as their …
The American beaver (Castor canadensis) is the largest member of the Rodentia family that can be found on the North American continent. Their range and distribution span from Canada in the north and the US and the northern parts of Mexico to the south. Beaver territories cover an average of 1.8 square miles but can …
There are no peace-loving, diligent, and hard-working animal wildlife species in North America quite like the beaver. The North American beaver (Castor canadensis) is known to be very social, at least among their kin. Beavers practice a highly organized social structure. Their manners of social interaction and behaviors are great topics for discussion. What are …
Beavers do not make good pets because, as wild animals, they are impossible to train, difficult to care for, and very challenging to house. Beavers can become very aggressive and cause mess and destruction in your home! Not only do beavers not make good pets, but keeping them in captivity is also inhumane and illegal …
The North American beaver’s (Castor Canadensis) sense of smell is very important to the animal. Along with its excellent sense of hearing, non-stop sniffing helps the beaver survive in the wild. A lot of the beaver’s unique characteristics and behavior can be traced to the rodent’s amazing utilization of its olfactory organs. What makes the …
Talking about the beaver’s poop sounds somewhat stinky but it is a very interesting topic. The North American beaver (Castor Canadensis) is a pure herbivore. Its favorite foods are tree bark, roots, and leaves of plants found in the wetlands. With all of these fibers and plants, you can probably already imagine what beaver droppings …
Beavers are one of the largest rodents in the world. These fantastic creatures have thick fur, webbed feet, and flattened tails that are useful when they forage. They are also known for their notable dam-building abilities and unique skills in making their homes. Their sharp teeth help them to cut different sizes of trees. Let’s …
Beavers are the construction workers of the animal world. They spend most waking hours building dams and lodges in ponds and rivers. But unlike humans, they don’t use tools to make their tasks easier. That sounds like hard work, right? And this is why you might wonder: As hard workers, how much do beavers actually …
Beavers are big, semi-aquatic rodents of the Castor genus native to the temperate Northern Hemisphere. They have a thick coat of fur, webbed feet, and a flattened tail covered with scales. They can change their surroundings in many ways, thanks to their powerful jaws and teeth, which they use to cut down trees to construct …
Beavers’ oversized front teeth, bead-like eyes, flat tails, and fluffy bodies make them seem like cuddly and approachable animals in the wild. Despite their cute appearance, beavers can be incredibly aggressive in defending their territory, especially when they feel threatened. Beavers have a couple of built-in defenses that help them prevent trespassers from entering their …
Beavers are fascinating animals. Aside from being cute and cuddly, they are highly intelligent. They can perform amazing feats like dam building to create a home for themselves. But just as they are smart enough to build a home, they are also smart enough to protect it. Beavers are highly territorial, and the last thing …
Beavers are nocturnal (active at night) and crepuscular (active at dusk and dawn). This means they spend most of the day inside their lodge. Although beavers are furbearers, they are open-season animals that are active all year round. They do not hibernate in the winter. What Time of Day Are Beavers The Most Active? Beavers …
Beavers do have a strong smell but in a good way! For a rodent, beavers are pretty clean and do not have a foul odor. They actually smell good! Beavers are semi-aquatic animals that love to swim and stay clean. They groom themselves daily with a substance called castoreum which they naturally produce. Surprisingly, this …
Beavers are an important part of the ecosystem. Yet, they can also cause a lot of problems with the land because they destroy trees and can cause areas of land to wash out. For this reason, a lot of people are under the impression that beavers are pests. While beavers aren’t considered pests, they can …
There are many different things that are easy to recognize about a beaver, but perhaps their paws are not the first that you would think of. As highly specialized animals, perfectly adapted to thrive in the waterways of North America and Eurasia, beavers use their paws for a variety of purposes. This article will go …
There are two species of beaver alive today, the North American beaver (Castor canadensis, commonly known as the American Beaver) and the Eurasian beaver (Castor fiber). Neither of them is threatened or at risk of becoming extinct. Further, not only are they not going extinct, but both species are thriving in their habitats in northern …
One of the most recognizable creatures in North America, the beaver has quite a distinctive coat that is famous all over the world. Its fur is specially adapted to allow it to stay warm and keep off the water as it swims, but it also has historically been quite a prize for hunters and traders. …
One of North America’s most iconic mammals, the North American beaver (a slightly different species than the Eurasian beaver) is famously a semi-aquatic large rodent that spends a significant amount of its time in and around the water. These beautiful animals have a close and fascinating relationship with the waterways that they call home. The …
Beavers are mostly associated with the water, and with good reason. Even though beavers are a type of mammal, their bodies are not well suited for the land or running. In fact, seeing a beaver run is quite a funny sight since they more waddle than run. Because of their webbed feet, round bodies, and …
If you’ve ever seen a beaver, you might think that these creatures are only 50 pounds or so. Although the average weight is 55 pounds, many beavers are a lot bigger. In fact, the average weight for a beaver is 55 pounds, with the largest being 110 pounds. This large size is explained by the …
Beavers are rodents and rodents are typically good climbers. Mice and groundhogs are very skilled when it comes to climbing trees, walls, and fences. However, beavers are a completely different story. While beavers a capable of doing a lot, climbing and jumping are not on that list. Do you find yourself wondering if beavers climb …
A lot of people are fascinated by beavers because they are one of only a few animals that are capable of modifying their habitat. If you have ever seen beavers digging, you may have wondered what they were doing. Beavers are actually very good diggers, and there are several reasons why these critters dig. On …
Beavers have an amazing sense of hearing and can hear sounds coming from over a mile away. Their tiny ears can pick up minute noises with great amplification. This is especially true underwater, where sound projects to a precise degree. In fact, when they go underwater, a flap or valve activates to protect the ears …
Beavers are naturally communicative animals, using a variety of vocalizations or other noises to communicate with each other, and other animals in their environments. The trick is figuring out what all their noises mean. Beavers can make a variety of whistling, clicking, or crying sounds to communicate. On occasion, they will also make a loud …
Of all of earth’s amazing creatures, beavers are one of the more curious. They are avid, hard workers that serve a delicate purpose in the ecosystem. Constantly building their dams and diverting water routes to food, one would think they also have excellent eyes and vision. But, contrary to what some may think, beavers have …
You can find beavers all across the United States and Europe, but you may not know a whole lot about their mating (and dating) life. Beavers form monogamous pairs and they mate for life. Their busy beaver babies are born in the spring and stay at home for 2 years, learning and growing. Beavers are …
Like most wild animals, the beaver is not considered dangerous as long as it is being left alone. The buck teeth, flat tail, and chubby body of the beaver give off a sweet and cuddly vibe, but it most certainly is not. Beavers can absolutely pose a risk to humans and other animals whom …
Beavers have very sharp teeth, which they use primarily for cutting and chewing wood. These teeth are self-sharpening, which is convenient for the beaver. The beaver’s teeth will grow throughout their whole lives. Beavers chew on wood and sharp objects to stop their teeth from growing too large and prevent them from growing too far …