The reintroduction and activity of beavers in river corridors transform headwater streams into expansive wetlands that function as highly efficient, long-term carbon sinks.

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The reintroduction and activity of beavers in river corridors transform headwater streams into expansive wetlands that function as highly efficient, long-term carbon sinks. By naturally flooding landscapes and altering groundwater flows, beavers facilitate the extensive trapping of both organic and inorganic carbon materials.
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