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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Environment
Aamna Mohdin

Beavers to be reintroduced in Hampshire for first time in 400 years

A beaver swimming.
Beavers were hunted to extinction in Britain 400 years ago for their fur, glands and meat. Photograph: Joshua Glavin/Beaver Trust/PA

Beavers are set to be reintroduced into an enclosure in Hampshire, marking the first time in 400 years that they have lived in the county in southern England.

A pair of the semi-aquatic mammals will be released on to Ewhurst Park estate, which is being restored for nature and sustainable food production.

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