Reintroducing the Beaver Population to Britain

00:00:00,060For centuries, beavers were widespread across Britain's rivers and wetlands. However, due to extensive hunting, they gradually disappeared. They were mainly trapped for their thick fur, which was highly valued in clothing production, as well as for their meat, which was considered a delicacy. 00:00:20,500But another major reason for their decline was the demand for a certain glandular secretion they produced. This substance was not only used in medicines and perfumes, but also played...