The Beaver Connection: How They Created Our Landscape

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The Beaver Connection: How They Created Our Landscape

Beavers are the master builders of the animal kingdom. For centuries, the miraculous work of these aquatic rodents laid the groundwork for the North America’s texture and character. Sam Litzinger speaks with Colorado State University professor Ellen Wohl, who co-authored a recent study that details the beaver’s pivotal impact on our geology, geography and ecology.

Beavers are the master builders of the animal kingdom. For centuries, the miraculous work of these aquatic rodents laid the groundwork for the North America’s texture and character. Sam Litzinger speaks with Colorado State University professor Ellen Wohl, who co-authored a recent study that details the beaver’s pivotal impact on our geology, geography and ecology. Then Sam settles in for a chat with Jackson Galaxy, host of Animal Planet’s "My Cat From Hell," followed by BirdNote, our weekly celebration of all things with wings.

Music: “Animal Dreams” by Bob James

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NatalieCroft wrote:

This small animal can actually improve the quality of our water resources. They also produce food for fish and other water animals. Protecting the beaver means protecting the chain of life of those animals which it is a vital part of our environment. - Trident University

April 11, 2013 - 5:27am