In the Czech Republic, a dam project aimed at protecting a river and its endangered inhabitants faced delays due to land negotiations. Unexpectedly, beavers took initiative, constructing their own dams ahead of human efforts. This natural intervention not only preserved the ecosystem but also saved approximately 1.2 million euros for local authorities. The head of the protected landscape area noted that the beavers' work rapidly created optimal environmental conditions, underscoring the benefits of wildlife in habitat restoration when human projects falter.
For years, officials in the Czech Republic had pushed a dam project to protect a river south of Prague, hamstrung by land negotiations, but local beavers stepped in.
The beavers of Prague built their own dams, saving local authorities 1.2 million euros, while creating ideal conditions for critically endangered species.
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