Beavers, back on tribal land after 100 years, could aid California's ecosystem
A family of beavers reintroduced to Tule River Reservation in California aims to enhance ecosystem resilience. Tribal leaders, inspired by tradition, collaborate with the state for sustainable environmental stewardship.
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A family of beavers, including adults, subadults, and kits, has been reintroduced to the Tule River Reservation in California after nearly a century of absence. The beavers are part of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife's Beaver Restoration Program, aiming to enhance the ecosystem's resilience to droughts and wildfires by building dams to slow water flow. Tribal leaders, driven by traditional knowledge and inspired by ancient pictographs, requested the return of beavers to the area. The beavers are expected to help maintain water levels, benefiting the Tule River Indian Tribe's drinking water supply. The release of beavers is a collaborative effort between the state and the tribe, with more releases planned in the future. This initiative marks a shift towards environmental stewardship and support for tribal sovereignty, emphasizing the importance of coexisting with wildlife for a sustainable future.
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