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Times of India - US News

US - Jul 31, 2026 - North America once had 400 million beavers. Nearly wiped out by the 1900s, they are now restoring rivers, wetlands and wildlife one dam at a time - Once nearly eradicated due to extensive fur trapping, beavers are making a notable comeback in North American rivers. Their innate talent for constructing dams contributes to the formation of ponds and wetlands, which support a wide array of wildlife. The rejuvenated habitats formed by beavers enhance resilience against droughts and wildfires in arid areas.

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