1. Where will the beavers come from?
SWT and RZSS will collect 15 – 20 animals from the Telemark region of Norway in autumn 2008. The Scandinavian beaver is considered to be genetically closest to those once found in Scotland. The Telemark terrain is similar to that of the west coast of Scotland.
2. How will you know where the beavers are?
Prior to release all the animals will be fitted with identification and tracking devices. Direct observation of the animals, their tracks and other signs will also be used to monitor their movements during the trial.
3. What conditions have been applied to the trial by the Scottish Government?
The Scottish Government imposed 31 conditions, varying from independent monitoring to impact on protected sites and species, to visitor management. Read the
licence application and the full
trial conditions.