What is another word for old world beaver?
Pronunciation: [ˈə͡ʊld wˈɜːld bˈiːvə] (IPA) 
The Old World Beaver, also known as the Eurasian Beaver, is a large, semi-aquatic rodent native to Europe and parts of Asia. Other synonyms for this species include the European Beaver, Castor fiber, and the Northern Beaver. These animals were once abundant throughout their natural range, but hunting and habitat loss led to their near extinction in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Thankfully, conservation efforts have helped to restore their populations in recent years. Old World Beavers are important ecosystem engineers, creating wetlands that support a variety of plant and animal species. They are also valued for their fur, which was once in high demand for the production of hats and other clothing items.
