Beaver

A beaver (Castor canadensis) is a large, semi-aquatic rodent native to North America. It is known for its ability to build dams and lodges out of sticks, mud, and rocks, which has earned it the title of nature's engineer. 🐾

The beaver has a large, plump body with a flat, paddle-like tail and a pair of large, webbed hind feet. Its coat is a reddish-brown color, and it has a pair of large, orange front teeth that are used to cut down trees.

Beavers are found in a wide variety of habitats, including rivers, lakes, and streams. They are herbivores, and their diet consists of a wide variety of plants, including leaves, twigs, and bark.

Beavers are a highly social species that live in family groups called colonies. They are known for their ability to build dams and lodges, which they do to create a safe, deep pond that they can use to store food and to protect themselves from predators. The beaver is a very important part of the ecosystem, as its dams create wetlands that are used by a wide variety of other species.