Leave it to Beaver: How Nature’s Engineers Help Mitigate Disasters

About this episode

This episode discusses the role of beavers in restoring ecosystems and mitigating disasters in the West.

In this episode, hear about how healthy beaver populations in western states can help restore wetland ecosystems, prevent catastrophic wildfire, promote biodiversity, retain water on the landscape, and prevent flooding. WGA policy advisors Jonah Seifer and Zach Nowak speak with beaver experts from around the region about how these aquatic rodents can help us restore balance to the West’s water systems.

People in this episode

Guests: Jonah Seifer, Zach Nowak

Topics covered

• beavers
• wetland ecosystems
• wildfire prevention
• biodiversity
• water retention
• flood prevention

Keywords

• ecosystem restoration
• aquatic rodents
• water systems

Mentioned in this episode

Places: West

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