A new young beaver now calls Science North home.
The beaver was born June 9, 2016 at the Zoo Sauvage de St-Félicien in St-Félicien, Que.
The Zoo Sauvage is home to over 75 species of animals from around the world, and is highly focused on species found in Canada, like the beaver. As a fellow member of Canada’s Accredited Zoos and Aquaria, Science North was able to adopt this new animal ambassador.
“As our current animal ambassadors age, we look at having a new generation to become our new ambassadors,” said Amy Henson, Science North staff scientist. “Since this new young male beaver was born and raised at the Zoo Sauvage, he cannot be released into the wild, making Science North an ideal home for him.”
Science North’s current beaver, Drifter, who is now in his senior years, will continue to call Science North home. The new beaver has a special habitat behind-the-scenes and will meet with visitors once daily.
“We hope Drifter will be with us for many years to come and continue to delight visitors,” said Henson. “This new addition will give our visitors the opportunity to learn more about young beaver behaviour and experience a brand new personality. We are excited to have both beavers at Science North for guests to visit with and learn about.”
The new beaver is waiting for a name and Science North is asking for the public’s help. Science North’s Bluecoats have selected three Innu names, to pay respect to the traditional territory he comes from. The public can vote on the name until Feb. 24. The three names are: Kashkuan (cloud), Kashkuanashku (it is foggy), and Kashkuanapan (it is a misty, foggy morning).
To cast your vote and follow the new beaver’s arrival and life at Science North visit Science North’s Bluecoat Blog – BluecoatBlog.ca.
