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Which of the following is a way in which beavers transform the landscape for their own advantage and that of other species?
Which of the following is a way in which beavers transform the landscape for their own advantage and that of other species?
- By creating deep water for winter food storage
- By building dams and raising water levels (correct)
- By trimming trees and branches
- By staying warm in their lodges
What is the purpose of beavers harvesting trees and branches?
What is the purpose of beavers harvesting trees and branches?
- To build their small houses
- To stay warm in their lodges
- To create a food reserve for winter
- To stimulate the growth of willows, cottonwood, and aspen (correct)
How do beavers stay warm in their lodges during winter?
How do beavers stay warm in their lodges during winter?
- By trimming trees and branches
- By having an underwater food reserve of branches (correct)
- By building dams and raising water levels
- By creating deep water for winter food storage
Which of the following animals struggle with winter cold and hunger?
Which of the following animals struggle with winter cold and hunger?
What is the purpose of beaver ponds in the landscape?
What is the purpose of beaver ponds in the landscape?
Which of the following is a characteristic of beaver ponds?
Which of the following is a characteristic of beaver ponds?
What is the primary purpose of beavers damming streams?
What is the primary purpose of beavers damming streams?
Which of the following animals is known for their ability to transform the landscape?
Which of the following animals is known for their ability to transform the landscape?
What do beavers use branches for?
What do beavers use branches for?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of beaver lodges?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of beaver lodges?