Beavers have helped reduce flood risk, experts say (opens original article in a new tab)

Beavers released in 2019 in North York Moors National Park have helped reduce flood risk and boost wildlife diversity through dam-building activities.

• Beavers released in 2019 in North York Moors National Park built six dams
• Their dams helped increase natural flood management and reduce downstream flooding
• Researchers observed increased wildlife diversity including plants, mammals, amphibians, and bats