International
Beaver Day is
celebrated annually on April 7. The holiday was created in 2009 by Beavers
Wetlands & Wildlife (B.W.W.), a non-profit organization with members in the
United States, Canada, and other countries. April 7 was chosen as the date for
the holiday because it marks the birthday of Dorothy Richards - popularly known
as the 'Beaver Woman' - who was born in 1894. Richards engaged in the study of
beavers for 50 years of her life.
Beavers are
a unique and keystone species, having a great impact on the ecosystem. Since
1985, B.W.W. has made big strides in research and education with the intention
to create awareness about the little dam-builders known as beavers.
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