Beavers are fascinating animals. They are one of Canada’s national symbol animals and even appeared on the first postage stamp back in 1849. They have continued to be a symbol for many associations and organizations. They’re even on our nickels! Perhaps even more intriguing, is how little many of us know about them and their life history traits. ⁠ ⁠ Beavers don’t just use their teeth to cut down trees, they actually eat the wood. They are considered herbivores and also eat a variety of aquatic p

Why Do Beavers Cut Down Trees? — Forest Wildlife

Trees in near river gnawed by beavers. Tree felled by beaver. Beaver work. Trees cut down by beavers in forest. Work of beaver at river. Tree cut beavers on lake.