Fairfax County recently released educational material on its role and responsibilities in working with its furry, four-legged ecosystem engineers on private property following the board matter ...

Keystone species are animal species that are critical for keeping ecosystems healthy and balanced. Complex relationships and ...

Reports that federal officials are pushing for the removal of a beaver pond on the Gettysburg battlefield has reignited years of debates on the topic.

Researchers and conservationists alike recognize that beavers (Castor canadensis) are vital ecosystem engineers who can help ...

The pursuit of fur steadily pushed the boundaries of North American settlement westward. The fur trade led to the ...