Andy Beer

To date, no complete captive management guidelines for Eurasian beavers (Castor fiber) have been published. The following guidelines are based on experience gained by the contributors from the capture, containment and transport of numerous beavers within Europe over the last 20 years. We have also gained extensive experience from the study of wild beavers. This is a European collaboration, aimed at providing advice to zoological and private collections, and those involved in reintroduction and translocation projects following EAZA husbandry guideline protocols. Thanks to all the contributors, including, among others, animal keepers, ecologists, nutritionists, students and veterinary surgeons, these first beaver captive management guidelines have become a reality. We hope these guidelines will increase the welfare of beavers in captivity and in reintroduction projects, and encourage further research on this incredible species. Those interested in more detailed information should brow...