American Beaver

Also known as North American Beaver, Canadian Beaver

As nature's premier ecosystem engineers, American beavers construct dams and lodges that transform forest streams into thriving wetland sanctuaries. These massive rodents use continuously growing, iron-fortified incisors to fell trees, build aquatic lodge structures, and store winter food reserves beneath the ice. A dense waterproof coat and broad, paddle-shaped tail equip them for a semi-aquatic lifestyle centered around close-knit family colonies.