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Wild beavers could return to UK area in bid to reduce flood risk and protect against drought

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Wild beavers could return to UK area in bid to reduce flood risk and protect against drought
The Mirror
The Mirror1 hrs ago
Wild beavers could return to UK area in bid to reduce flood risk and protect against drought
Beavers were hunted to extinction in Britain centuries ago, but their remarkable comeback could soon continue with another release into the English countryside
Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News🏁 first to report15 hrs ago
Wild beavers could be released in Wigan and Leigh to reduce flood risk and boost nature
It is argued that introducing the creatures could 'enhance conservation work already taking place'
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