Beaver Behavior and Ecology

The video explores the life of beavers, highlighting their roles as ecosystem engineers. It covers their habitat, interactions with wildlife, and the challenges they face from predators and environmental changes. The video also delves into their engineering skills, family dynamics, and survival strategies during winter, culminating in the renewal of life in spring.

What unique feature helps beavers in their engineering tasks?

• Their webbed feet

• Their paddle tail

• Their sharp incisors

• Their nimble forepaws

Which animal is NOT mentioned as part of the wildlife attracted to the beaver pond?

• Golden eye ducks

• Bald eagles

• White pelicans

• Sandhill cranes

What natural event poses a significant threat to the beaver dam in spring?

• Predatory attacks

• Snowmelt floods

• Forest fires

• Drought

What triggers the beavers' instinct to rebuild their dam?

• The sight of predators

• The presence of other beavers

• The sound of running water

• The change in weather

What challenge does the young beaver face when establishing a new territory?

• Avoiding predators

• Locating an unoccupied site

• Building a larger dam

• Finding a mate

What is the primary reason beavers build canals?

• To create more ponds

• To transport food easily

• To avoid predators

• To mark their territory

What is a significant risk for beavers during lumberjacking?

• Running out of food

• Being crushed by a tree

• Falling into the water

• Getting lost

How do beavers keep warm during the winter?

• By huddling together

• By building thicker lodges

• By storing extra food

• By having thick body fat

What drives the young male beaver to venture out in the harsh winter?

• Building a new dam

• Predator threat

• Hunger

• Curiosity

What marks the end of the harsh winter for the beavers?

• The melting of snow

• The birth of new kits

• The return of birds

• The growth of new trees