Monthly Archives: November 2016

Scottish Government decides to allow beavers to remain in Scotland

Written on November 25, 2016 at 2:07 pm

The Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Land Reform, Roseanna Cunningham, has announced that beavers will be allowed to remain in Scotland and be listed as a protected species. The long-awaited decision means that for the first time a mammal has been officially reintroduced into the UK, and has been welcomed by many, including:Continue Reading

Crowfunding campaign launched to raise money for the beavers in Devon, South West England

Written on November 2, 2016 at 2:53 pm

Devon Wildlife Trust have launced a crowdfunding campaign to support the re-introduction and monitoring of beavers on the River Otter, Devon. The science-led project is one year into a five year trial licenced by the government. For more information and ways to support the campaign, visit their website (also see Devon Wildlife Trust River OtterContinue Reading