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Beavers Help to Control California's Forest Fires

Eco-hydrologist, Dr. Emily Fairfax explains the impact beavers have in burnt landscapes.

04/19/2023 | Rating NR

Changing Planet

Beavers Help to Control California's Forest Fires

Clip: Season 2 Episode 1 | 2m 29sVideo has Closed Captions

Eco-hydrologist, Dr. Emily Fairfax explains the impact beavers have in burnt landscapes.

In California, the reintroduction of North America's largest rodent, the beaver, brings resilience to wildfires. A fact known for centuries by the Tule River Tribe, and explained here by eco-hydrologist Dr. Emily Fairfax.

04/19/2023 | Rating NR

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