Mammal of Isle Royale/Beaver

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beaver
Castor canadensis
Found on island lakes, protected harbors and in ponds that they create by damming streams. Abundance varies from a few dozen to over 300 colonies. Preyed upon by wolves. Apparently trapped to extinction by mid- 19th century but reappeared in 1920's. Park Status Present in Park
Abundance Common
Residency Breeder
Other parks in which this species has been reported Nativity Native
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