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Beaver
The wildlife symbol of industriousness, the dam-building
beaver (Castor canadensis) has the power to shape the future of small
streams in Yellowstone National Park. Known as a busy logger with
curved buckteeth, the beaver can be identified by its webbed hind feet,
lush brown coat, and paddle-like tail. Beaver presence is
indicated by dams, domed lodges partially immersed in water, and tree
stumps gnawed to a conical point. You'll find them hard at work
around dawn and dusk.
 Where To Find Them
Beavers can be found throughout Yellowstone National Park in areas
located near a body of water such as lakes, ponds, rivers and streams.
Areas near Yellowstone Lake, the Yellowstone River, the Lamar River, and
the Madison River offer some excellent opportunities to view the beaver
in their natural habitat.
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