Beavers are most often found in streams and lakes through North America and Northern Europe. Their front teeth, which grow constantly, are covered in thick red enamel which allows them to easily gnaw through even the toughest wood. They have to chew. Beavers are specially adapted to living in the water. Their thick waterproof fur, large scaly tail and webbed feet all make maneuvering through the water easy.
Beavers build dams in order to make the water too deep to freeze in winter.
In the dam, they construct lodges that have several different underwater entrances so they can always find a way in. We encourage duplication for educational non-commercial use. Educational materials developed with the National Science Teachers Association.