Releases of European beavers (Castor fiber) in Britain have been met with public enthusiasm, offering environmental benefits like flood reduction, despite landowner complaints about damage.
In Germany, the return of beavers has increased biodiversity, though conflicts persist, with only 25% of the public seeing them as a nuisance compared to 75% of farmers.
Government licenses in England allow for the removal of some beavers, with a focus on educating landowners and foresters about their ecological contributions.
The German approach suggests that educating landowners can help them appreciate the ecological benefits of beavers, potentially reducing conflicts over river habitat management.
#biodiversity #environmental-conservation #beaver-reintroduction #landowner-conflicts #water-management
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