Beaver Feeding Time!

Jesse introduces himself and prepares a meal for Huckleberry, a beaver. He explains the importance of foraging and how beavers like Huckleberry search for food. Jesse scatters food around to encourage natural foraging behavior. He also discusses Huckleberry's diet, which includes wood for fiber, and highlights the challenges of providing safe puzzle feeders due to Huckleberry's chewing habits. The session concludes with a mention of cleaning Huckleberry's water.

What types of vegetables are included in Huckleberry's diet?

• Beet, yam, and mushroom

• Carrots and potatoes

• Cabbage and peas

• Lettuce and tomatoes

Why is it beneficial for Huckleberry to search for his food?

• It encourages natural foraging behavior

• It makes him more social

• It prevents him from overeating

• It helps him exercise his legs

Why are puzzle feeders not used for Huckleberry?

• They are not available in his area

• He is allergic to them

• He can easily chew through them

• They are too expensive

What is Huckleberry's primary food source in the wild?

• Insects

• Fruits

• Wood

• Fish

What is the purpose of leaving stripped logs in Huckleberry's enclosure?

• To keep other animals away

• To decorate the enclosure

• To help him practice maneuvering

• To provide shade

How does Huckleberry primarily find his food?

• With his sense of smell

• By listening for it

• By feeling around with his paws

• Using his eyesight

What is the main reason Huckleberry prefers fresh produce over wood?

• It is tastier

• It is more nutritious

• It is more colorful

• It is easier to chew