Beavers for Kids
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The video "Beavers for Kids" introduces the fascinating world of beavers, exploring their unique adaptations and key role in ecosystems. Beavers are semi-aquatic mammals found in North America, Europe, and Asia. They are known for their distinctive features like waterproof fur and webbed feet, which facilitate efficient swimming. The video details their complex social structure, where beavers live in family groups called colonies and build lodges with underwater entrances. As herbivores, their diet mainly consists of tree bark and aquatic plants. The narrative delves into the beavers' role as environmental engineers, highlighting how their dam-building activities create wetlands, regulate water flow, and enhance biodiversity. These engineered habitats are vital for plants, fish, and other wildlife. The historical aspect of beaver conservation efforts underscores the importance of protecting wildlife and maintaining balanced ecosystems. This educational video is an excellent resource for understanding beaver behavior, ecology, and conservation.
Media Details
Runtime: 6 minutes 28 seconds
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Animal Behavior, Animals, Conservation, Ecology, Mammals
- Grade/Interest Level: 4 - 8
- Release Year: 2024
- Producer/Distributor: Learn Bright
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