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Bookmark or Share- Beaver - WikipediaBeavers (genus Castor) are large, semiaquatic rodents of the Northern Hemisphere. There are two existing species: the North American beaver ( Castor canadensis) and the Eurasian beaver ( C. fiber ). Beavers are the second-largest living rodents, after capybaras, weighing up to 50 kg (110 lb).
- Beaver | The Canadian EncyclopediaThe beaver ( Castor canadensis) is a herbivorous mammal. It is Canada’s largest rodent and the second-largest rodent in the world (after the capybara). It is primarily nocturnal and lives a semi-aquatic life. The beaver is one of the only mammals, other than humans, that can manufacture its own environment.
- American Beaver | National Wildlife FederationThe American beaver is the largest rodent in the United States, growing from two to three feet (0.6 to 0.9 meters) long, not including the tail. They have dark-brown waterproof fur and webbed feet. Beaver teeth grow continuously throughout their lives, and beavers must gnaw on trees to keep their teeth from getting too long.
- 9 Amazing Beaver Facts9 Interesting Facts About Beavers. >> Beavers form monogamous pairs and usually live in family groups of up to 8 related individuals called colonies. The younger siblings stay with their parents for up to 2 years, helping with infant care, food collection, and dam building. >> Beaver families are territorial and defend against other families.
- 18 Beautiful Beaver Facts - Fact Animal1. Beavers are the second-largest living rodents after the capybaras. Beavers can grow up to 120cm in length (1.2m), their tail can measure as long as 50cm and they can weigh nearly 30kg – which makes them a little smaller than the capybara which can reach 135cm.
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