Discover the fascinating world of the North American Beaver (<i>Castor canadensis</i>), the largest rodent in North America, renowned for its impressive dam-building abilities and significant role as a keystone species. With a diet primarily consisting of tree bark and twigs, these nocturnal engineers not only shape their habitats but also promote biodiversity in freshwater ecosystems. Learn about their physical traits, social behavior, reproductive patterns, and the conservation efforts underway to protect these remarkable creatures.