Idaho officials used World War II parachutes to move beavers. Special crates were designed for aerial drops into remote wilderness areas. This method proved much faster and safer than traditional transportation. Most of the relocated beavers successfully established new colonies in the basin. The project demonstrated a practical solution for wildlife conservation challenges.

Washington state biologists are reintroducing beavers on tributaries to combat stream erosion and restore habitats. This low-cost, natural solution could benefit ecosystems and…

Idaho officials used World War II parachutes to move beavers. Special crates were designed for aerial drops into remote wilderness areas. This method proved much faster and…