Looks better enlarged...On March 24, 1975, the beaver received the highest honour ever bestowed on a rodent. On that day it became an official emblem of Canada when an "act to provide for the recognition of the beaver (castor canadensis) as a symbol of the sovereignty of Canada" received Royal assent. Today, thanks to conservation and silk hats, the beaver - the largest rodent in Canada - is alive and well all over this great country.

Looks better enlarged...On March 24, 1975, the beaver received the highest honour ever bestowed on a rodent. On that day it became an official emblem of Canada when an "act to provide for the recognition of the beaver (castor canadensis) as a symbol of the sovereignty of Canada" received Royal assent. Today, thanks to conservation and silk hats, the beaver - the largest rodent in Canada - is alive and well all over this great country.

This beaver is the largest rodent in North America. Adults usually weigh 15-35 kg,and measure approx 1 m in total length. The beaver has a large flat paddle-shaped tail and large, and webbed hind feet. The unwebbed front paws are smaller, with claws. Beavers are mainly active at night. They are excellent swimmers but are more vulnerable on land and tend to remain in the water as much as possible. The flat tail is used to signal danger.

This beaver is the largest rodent in North America. Adults usually weigh 15-35 kg,and measure approx 1 m in total length. The beaver has a large flat paddle-shaped tail and large, and webbed hind feet. The unwebbed front paws are smaller, with claws. Beavers are mainly active at night. They are excellent swimmers but are more vulnerable on land and tend to remain in the water as much as possible. The flat tail is used to signal danger.

Scrappy matante says:
well done, I was wondering how to scrap a beaver, and you didi it perfectly
Oct 22, 2010

Solveiga14 says:
Excellent page!
Oct 22, 2010

Mimi_ says:
Ya nailed it - superbly done!!
Oct 21, 2010

Ferro says:
10+10 Beautiful!!! I have never seen one alive and thanks for the info
Oct 20, 2010

Pelle says:
Informative and terrific page of the Canadian Beaver!!
Oct 20, 2010

ppppppppppppppppppp says:
stunning page well done Hugs x

Oct 19, 2010

Andersongirl says:
Very informative page about your national animal!! Terrific job!!
Oct 19, 2010

Nanny-G says:
Fantastic page and info,
Oct 19, 2010

sugarpops says:
Fantastic page!!!

Oct 19, 2010

MaryWonder says:
He looks very cute. You have done a wonderful job on this page. Love the texture & your journalling!
Oct 19, 2010