![]() “And therefore thinking through approaches to maximize their unique skills throughout California will benefit our landscapes and help drive more cost-efficient restoration." "Beavers are remarkable at creating more resilient ecosystems,” said Newsom. In the budget proposal, Newsom described beaver as “an untapped, creative climate solving hero” that helps prevent the loss of biodiversity. ![]() “Historically, beavers used to live in nearly every stream in North America with an estimated population of 100-200 million,” DFW officials state at wildlife.ca.gov. The North American Beaver is considered a “keystone species” by Fish and Wildlife, which estimates its current population in the state to be between 10 million to 15 million. Pledging $1.67 million this year and $1.44 million in years thereafter, Newsom said the funds would go toward the Department of Fish and Wildlife’s efforts in developing “a comprehensive beaver management plan.” Newsom floated the program as part of a May 13 presentation of his revised 2022-2023 fiscal budget. Gavin Newsom’s proposed new Beaver Restoration program: “Damtastic!” Sonoma wildlife conservationists had one word to describe Gov.
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