Beavers return to the Loch Ness area for the first time in 500 years
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Beavers return to the Loch Ness area for the first time in 500 years

1 hour ago · Originally published 7 Nov 2026 9/10 Original headline: Beavers return to waters around Loch Ness after 500 years in 'major milestone'
A family of six beavers has been released into a secluded site near Loch Ness, marking the species' return to the region after five centuries. As keystone animals, the beavers will help restore local ecosystems by creating dead wood and supporting food chains, with plans to introduce 15 more family groups over the next three years.
Source: STV News Highland
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