Environmentalists says the mammals help protect against flooding, but landowners say they damage watercourses and trees
Releases of European beavers, Castor fiber, both controlled and unofficial, mean that this aquatic mammal is now again a part of the British landscape, returning 400 years after being wiped out by human hunting. The public is generally enthusiastic and environmental campaigners say there are gains for many forms of river life as a result. The retention of water in the landscape leads to a reduction in flooding and can protect against droughts.
However, not everyone is so impressed – particularly landowners and foresters, who complain of damage to carefully regulated watercourses and tree felling.
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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/nov/06/beavers-have-made-a-comeback-in-britain-but-not-everyone-is-happy
Author : Paul Brown
Publish date : 2024-11-06 06:00:05
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