Analyse Lesson 5
Sentence Accuracy
Sentence Accuracy
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Wolves
who share many human characteristics
_____________________________
can be playful and affectionate
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who share many human characteristics
_____________________________
can be playful and affectionate
Wolves
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deer and other large-hoofed animals;
hares and other small prey;
Wolves hunt a variety of prey:
and even salmon.
birds which provide enough meat;
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and even salmon.
Wolves hunt a variety of prey:
Check
deer and other large-hoofed animals;
birds which provide enough meat;
hares and other small prey;
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
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Your turn to write a sentence.
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Rewilding the land: should we reintroduce beavers?
Since the dawn of time, Earth has been inhabited by communities of humans and wild animals. However, as humans have populated more and more land, the Eurasian beaver’s world has shrunk, leading to their eventual decline. In this discussion, we examine reasons why beavers should be reintroduced to England and Wales, in comparison with arguments against this effort to rewild the land.
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There are many concerns about reintroducing wolves: livestock threats, public safety, farming communities and limited habitats.
can become...
There are many concerns about reintroducing wolves: the threat it would cause to livestock; the interest of public safety and urban areas; the risk to farming communities and limited habitats with inadequate territory.
Semi-colons
Let's find and discuss
In Scotland, there are currently two populations of beavers, named as a protected species by the Scottish government in 2016. Beavers survive by eating a varied herbivorous diet: aquatic grasses from rivers; herbaceous plants and shrubs; woody plants such as birch and tree bark during winter. Research shows that this has had a positive effect on their environment there: beavers ‘coppice’ trees by gnawing on stems, the regrowth consequently providing homes for insects and birds.
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Your Turn: Which paragraphs will you look at?
Semi-colons
Imagine Feel Replace? Remove?
Reveal
Writer's Knowledge
Concluding the argument
Semi-colons
Debate vocabulary
Introducing the argument
Debate vocabulary
Let me show you
Let's take a look at how we can use debate vocabulary for supporting and opposing arguments.
Research shows that...
In this discussion, we examine reasons why...
In addition to this...
On the other hand, many claim...
Some experts have announced...
A further argument in favour of...
Debate vocabulary
Let's find and discuss
On the other hand, many claim this situation to be a hindrance. Farmers and crop growers firmly believe that beavers, along with other rodents, are a nuisance: their natural behaviour of gnawing trees also leads them to damage crops. Agricultural professionals argue that if beavers were to be reintroduced, it would negatively impact the quality of their produce, therefore having a detrimental effect on economies over time.
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Reveal
Your Turn: Which paragraphs will you look at?
Debate vocabulary
Imagine Feel Replace? Remove?
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Writer's Knowledge
Concluding the argument
Semi-colons
Debate vocabulary
Introducing the argument
Let me show you
Introducing the argument
Some people believe that...
On the other hand...
Others think that...
It is often argued that...
However,...
In contrast...
Introducing the argument
Let's find and discuss
Since the dawn of time, Earth has been inhabited by communities of humans and wild animals. However, as humans have populated more and more land, the Eurasian beaver’s world has shrunk, leading to their eventual decline. In this discussion, we examine reasons why beavers should be reintroduced to England and Wales, in comparison with arguments against this effort to rewild the land.
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Remove?
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Imagine
Reveal
Your Turn: Which paragraphs will you look at?
Introducing the argument
Imagine Feel Replace? Remove?
Reveal
Writer's Knowledge
Concluding the argument
Semi-colons
Debate vocabulary
Introducing the argument
Let me show you
Concluding the argument
In conclusion...
On balance...
To sum up...
Therefore...
All things considered...
Finally...
Concluding the argument
Let's find and discuss
In conclusion, it is clear to see that there are many significant points to consider over reintroducing beavers to England and Wales. Management decisions must take into account the conservation status of the beaver, as well as the perceived problems they are said to be causing. It is evident that responsible attitudes must be adopted in order to preserve and protect these creatures, and that a compromise must be found before action is taken.
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Remove?
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Your Turn: Which paragraphs will you look at?
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Which One's Right?
A Wolves prey on many animals they hunt deer that provide large meals, hares, which they chase across open ground, rodents, which are easier to catch in numbers and even birds when other food is scarce.
B Wolves prey on many animals: they hunt deer that provide large meals; hares, which they chase across open ground; rodents, which are easier to catch in numbers and even birds when other food is scarce.
Which One's Right?
Which one is an example of debate vocabulary?
B human
A predator
C culture
D furthermore
True or False?
Using key words and phrases to introduce your argument is not important when writing a balanced argument.
True
False
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Which are effective ways to conclude a balanced argument? Tick two.
A ...they lived happily ever after.
B In conclusion...
C ...it had all been a dream.
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D Taking everything into account...
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In Scotland, there are currently two populations of beavers, named as a protected species by the Scottish government in 2016. Beavers survive by eating a varied herbivorous diet: aquatic grasses from rivers; herbaceous plants and shrubs; woody plants such as birch and tree bark during winter. Research shows that this has had a positive effect on their environment there: beavers ‘coppice’ trees by gnawing on stems, the regrowth consequently providing homes for insects and birds.
In Scotland, there are currently two populations of beavers, named as a protected species by the Scottish government in 2016. Beavers survive by eating a varied herbivorous diet: aquatic grasses from rivers; herbaceous plants and shrubs; woody plants such as birch and tree bark during winter. Research shows that this has had a positive effect on their environment there: beavers ‘coppice’ trees by gnawing on stems, the regrowth consequently providing homes for insects and birds.
A further argument in favour of reinstating beavers is often debated, and for good reason. Beavers build their lodges by damming streams: this creates wetland areas, acting as sponges for rainwater. According to the RSPB, this not only helps to control the speed of water flow, but also reduces the chance of flash flooding. In addition to this, beaver dams can offer a nature-based solution for many other issues: capturing organic sediments; reducing the effects of agricultural runoff and holding back harmful pesticides.
A further argument in favour of reinstating beavers is often debated, and for good reason. Beavers build their lodges by damming streams: this creates wetland areas, acting as sponges for rainwater. According to the RSPB, this not only helps to control the speed of water flow, but also reduces the chance of flash flooding. In addition to this, beaver dams can offer a nature-based solution for many other issues: capturing organic sediments; reducing the effects of agricultural runoff and holding back harmful pesticides.
A further argument in favour of reinstating beavers is often debated, and for good reason. Beavers build their lodges by damming streams: this creates wetland areas, acting as sponges for rainwater. According to the RSPB, this not only helps to control the speed of water flow, but also reduces the chance of flash flooding. In addition to this, beaver dams can offer a nature-based solution for many other issues: capturing organic sediments; reducing the effects of agricultural runoff and holding back harmful pesticides.
This argument, however, is not shared by all. Some experts have announced their concerns that if beavers were to be reintroduced, their populations would spread too quickly, as they do not remain in one place. They claim that beavers would move from rural areas to villages, towns and cities: it is the belief of some that they would come into conflict with land management and man-made flood defences. Furthermore, some parties feel that fisheries would be affected by beavers.
In Scotland, there are currently two populations of beavers, named as a protected species by the Scottish government in 2016. Beavers survive by eating a varied herbivorous diet: aquatic grasses from rivers; herbaceous plants and shrubs; woody plants such as birch and tree bark during winter. Research shows that this has had a positive effect on their environment there: beavers ‘coppice’ trees by gnawing on stems, the regrowth consequently providing homes for insects and birds.
In Scotland, there are currently two populations of beavers, named as a protected species by the Scottish government in 2016. Beavers survive by eating a varied herbivorous diet: aquatic grasses from rivers; herbaceous plants and shrubs; woody plants such as birch and tree bark during winter. Research shows that this has had a positive effect on their environment there: beavers ‘coppice’ trees by gnawing on stems, the regrowth consequently providing homes for insects and birds.
This argument, however, is not shared by all. Some experts have announced their concerns that if beavers were to be reintroduced, their populations would spread too quickly, as they do not remain in one place. They claim that beavers would move from rural areas to villages, towns and cities: it is the belief of some that they would come into conflict with land management and man-made flood defences. Furthermore, some parties feel that fisheries would be affected by beavers.
deer and other large-hoofed animals;
hares and other small prey;
Wolves hunt a variety of prey:
birds which provide enough meat;
and even salmon.
In conclusion, it is clear to see that there are many significant points to consider over reintroducing beavers to England and Wales. Management decisions must take into account the conservation status of the beaver, as well as the perceived problems they are said to be causing. It is evident that responsible attitudes must be adopted in order to preserve and protect these creatures, and that a compromise must be found before action is taken.
This argument, however, is not shared by all. Some experts have announced their concerns that if beavers were to be reintroduced, their populations would spread too quickly, as they do not remain in one place. They claim that beavers would move from rural areas to villages, towns and cities: it is the belief of some that they would come into conflict with land management and man-made flood defences. Furthermore, some parties feel that fisheries would be affected by beavers.
On the other hand, many claim this situation to be a hindrance. Farmers and crop growers firmly believe that beavers, along with other rodents, are a nuisance: their natural behaviour of gnawing trees also leads them to damage crops. Agricultural professionals argue that if beavers were to be reintroduced, it would negatively impact the quality of their produce, therefore having a detrimental effect on economies over time.
Wolves
who share many human characteristics
_____________________________
can be playful and affectionate
On the other hand, many claim this situation to be a hindrance. Farmers and crop growers firmly believe that beavers, along with other rodents, are a nuisance: their natural behaviour of gnawing trees also leads them to damage crops. Agricultural professionals argue that if beavers were to be reintroduced, it would negatively impact the quality of their produce, therefore having a detrimental effect on economies over time.
On the other hand, many claim this situation to be a hindrance. Farmers and crop growers firmly believe that beavers, along with other rodents, are a nuisance: their natural behaviour of gnawing trees also leads them to damage crops. Agricultural professionals argue that if beavers were to be reintroduced, it would negatively impact the quality of their produce, therefore having a detrimental effect on economies over time.
Since the dawn of time, Earth has been inhabited by communities of humans and wild animals. However, as humans have populated more and more land, the Eurasian beaver’s world has shrunk, leading to their eventual decline. In this discussion, we examine reasons why beavers should be reintroduced to England and Wales, in comparison with arguments against this effort to rewild the land.
A further argument in favour of reinstating beavers is often debated, and for good reason. Beavers build their lodges by damming streams: this creates wetland areas, acting as sponges for rainwater. According to the RSPB, this not only helps to control the speed of water flow, but also reduces the chance of flash flooding. In addition to this, beaver dams can offer a nature-based solution for many other issues: capturing organic sediments; reducing the effects of agricultural runoff and holding back harmful pesticides.
In conclusion, it is clear to see that there are many significant points to consider over reintroducing beavers to England and Wales. Management decisions must take into account the conservation status of the beaver, as well as the perceived problems they are said to be causing. It is evident that responsible attitudes must be adopted in order to preserve and protect these creatures, and that a compromise must be found before action is taken.
This argument, however, is not shared by all. Some experts have announced their concerns that if beavers were to be reintroduced, their populations would spread too quickly, as they do not remain in one place. They claim that beavers would move from rural areas to villages, towns and cities: it is the belief of some that they would come into conflict with land management and man-made flood defences. Furthermore, some parties feel that fisheries would be affected by beavers.
In conclusion, it is clear to see that there are many significant points to consider over reintroducing beavers to England and Wales. Management decisions must take into account the conservation status of the beaver, as well as the perceived problems they are said to be causing. It is evident that responsible attitudes must be adopted in order to preserve and protect these creatures, and that a compromise must be found before action is taken.
In Scotland, there are currently two populations of beavers, named as a protected species by the Scottish government in 2016. Beavers survive by eating a varied herbivorous diet: aquatic grasses from rivers; herbaceous plants and shrubs; woody plants such as birch and tree bark during winter. Research shows that this has had a positive effect on their environment there: beavers ‘coppice’ trees by gnawing on stems, the regrowth consequently providing homes for insects and birds.
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Analyse Lesson 5
Sentence Accuracy
Sentence Accuracy
Let me say the sentence before I click.
Commas for Parenthesis
Wolves
who share many human characteristics
_____________________________
can be playful and affectionate
Re-read
Build
Check
who share many human characteristics
_____________________________
can be playful and affectionate
Wolves
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
My turn to write the sentence.
Listen to my writer's voice.
Let me hide it!Now your turn.
Your turn to write a sentence.
Write?
Dictate?
Adapt?
Use your Sentence Checker
Sentence time over! Click to move on.
Let me say the sentence before I click.
Semi-Colons in Lists
deer and other large-hoofed animals;
hares and other small prey;
Wolves hunt a variety of prey:
and even salmon.
birds which provide enough meat;
Re-read
Build
and even salmon.
Wolves hunt a variety of prey:
Check
deer and other large-hoofed animals;
birds which provide enough meat;
hares and other small prey;
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
My turn to write the sentence.
Listen to my writer's voice.
Let me hide it!Now your turn.
Your turn to write a sentence.
Write?
Dictate?
Adapt?
Use your Sentence Checker
Sentence time over! Click to move on.
Let's take a quick look at how the Example Text is presented and the features it has
The Example Text has...
Title
Sections
Facts
Present perfect tense
Technical vocabulary
Text structure
Features
Rewilding the land: should we reintroduce beavers?
Since the dawn of time, Earth has been inhabited by communities of humans and wild animals. However, as humans have populated more and more land, the Eurasian beaver’s world has shrunk, leading to their eventual decline. In this discussion, we examine reasons why beavers should be reintroduced to England and Wales, in comparison with arguments against this effort to rewild the land.
Sections
Facts
Title
Present perfect tense
Technical vocabulary
Click on Click off
Can I find and discuss Writer’s Knowledge 5-8 in the Example Text?
Writer's Knowledge
Concluding the argument
Semi-colons
Debate vocabulary
Introducing the argument
Let's work in:
Stations
Pairs
Groups
Semi-colons
Let me show you
Use semi-colons to add more detailed items to a list.
There are many concerns about reintroducing wolves: livestock threats, public safety, farming communities and limited habitats.
can become...
There are many concerns about reintroducing wolves: the threat it would cause to livestock; the interest of public safety and urban areas; the risk to farming communities and limited habitats with inadequate territory.
Semi-colons
Let's find and discuss
In Scotland, there are currently two populations of beavers, named as a protected species by the Scottish government in 2016. Beavers survive by eating a varied herbivorous diet: aquatic grasses from rivers; herbaceous plants and shrubs; woody plants such as birch and tree bark during winter. Research shows that this has had a positive effect on their environment there: beavers ‘coppice’ trees by gnawing on stems, the regrowth consequently providing homes for insects and birds.
Replace?
Remove?
Feel
Imagine
Reveal
Your Turn: Which paragraphs will you look at?
Semi-colons
Imagine Feel Replace? Remove?
Reveal
Writer's Knowledge
Concluding the argument
Semi-colons
Debate vocabulary
Introducing the argument
Debate vocabulary
Let me show you
Let's take a look at how we can use debate vocabulary for supporting and opposing arguments.
Research shows that...
In this discussion, we examine reasons why...
In addition to this...
On the other hand, many claim...
Some experts have announced...
A further argument in favour of...
Debate vocabulary
Let's find and discuss
On the other hand, many claim this situation to be a hindrance. Farmers and crop growers firmly believe that beavers, along with other rodents, are a nuisance: their natural behaviour of gnawing trees also leads them to damage crops. Agricultural professionals argue that if beavers were to be reintroduced, it would negatively impact the quality of their produce, therefore having a detrimental effect on economies over time.
Replace?
Remove?
Feel
Imagine
Reveal
Your Turn: Which paragraphs will you look at?
Debate vocabulary
Imagine Feel Replace? Remove?
Reveal
Writer's Knowledge
Concluding the argument
Semi-colons
Debate vocabulary
Introducing the argument
Let me show you
Introducing the argument
Some people believe that...
On the other hand...
Others think that...
It is often argued that...
However,...
In contrast...
Introducing the argument
Let's find and discuss
Since the dawn of time, Earth has been inhabited by communities of humans and wild animals. However, as humans have populated more and more land, the Eurasian beaver’s world has shrunk, leading to their eventual decline. In this discussion, we examine reasons why beavers should be reintroduced to England and Wales, in comparison with arguments against this effort to rewild the land.
Replace?
Remove?
Feel
Imagine
Reveal
Your Turn: Which paragraphs will you look at?
Introducing the argument
Imagine Feel Replace? Remove?
Reveal
Writer's Knowledge
Concluding the argument
Semi-colons
Debate vocabulary
Introducing the argument
Let me show you
Concluding the argument
In conclusion...
On balance...
To sum up...
Therefore...
All things considered...
Finally...
Concluding the argument
Let's find and discuss
In conclusion, it is clear to see that there are many significant points to consider over reintroducing beavers to England and Wales. Management decisions must take into account the conservation status of the beaver, as well as the perceived problems they are said to be causing. It is evident that responsible attitudes must be adopted in order to preserve and protect these creatures, and that a compromise must be found before action is taken.
Reveal
Replace?
Remove?
Feel
Imagine
Your Turn: Which paragraphs will you look at?
Concluding the argument
Imagine Feel Replace? Remove?
Reveal
Question Quiz Time
Secret Selector
Team Competition
How will we answer our questions today?
Vote
ThumbsUp
ThinkPair Share
Bob Up
Semi-colons
Which One's Right?
A Wolves prey on many animals they hunt deer that provide large meals, hares, which they chase across open ground, rodents, which are easier to catch in numbers and even birds when other food is scarce.
B Wolves prey on many animals: they hunt deer that provide large meals; hares, which they chase across open ground; rodents, which are easier to catch in numbers and even birds when other food is scarce.
Which One's Right?
Which one is an example of debate vocabulary?
B human
A predator
C culture
D furthermore
True or False?
Using key words and phrases to introduce your argument is not important when writing a balanced argument.
True
False
Tick Me
Which are effective ways to conclude a balanced argument? Tick two.
A ...they lived happily ever after.
B In conclusion...
C ...it had all been a dream.
Check
D Taking everything into account...
Can I find and discuss Writer’s Knowledge 5-8 in the Example Text?
CEW
Handwriting
Writing Effects
Spelling
Ideas
Other...
Feedback: Who did what well?
In Scotland, there are currently two populations of beavers, named as a protected species by the Scottish government in 2016. Beavers survive by eating a varied herbivorous diet: aquatic grasses from rivers; herbaceous plants and shrubs; woody plants such as birch and tree bark during winter. Research shows that this has had a positive effect on their environment there: beavers ‘coppice’ trees by gnawing on stems, the regrowth consequently providing homes for insects and birds.
In Scotland, there are currently two populations of beavers, named as a protected species by the Scottish government in 2016. Beavers survive by eating a varied herbivorous diet: aquatic grasses from rivers; herbaceous plants and shrubs; woody plants such as birch and tree bark during winter. Research shows that this has had a positive effect on their environment there: beavers ‘coppice’ trees by gnawing on stems, the regrowth consequently providing homes for insects and birds.
A further argument in favour of reinstating beavers is often debated, and for good reason. Beavers build their lodges by damming streams: this creates wetland areas, acting as sponges for rainwater. According to the RSPB, this not only helps to control the speed of water flow, but also reduces the chance of flash flooding. In addition to this, beaver dams can offer a nature-based solution for many other issues: capturing organic sediments; reducing the effects of agricultural runoff and holding back harmful pesticides.
A further argument in favour of reinstating beavers is often debated, and for good reason. Beavers build their lodges by damming streams: this creates wetland areas, acting as sponges for rainwater. According to the RSPB, this not only helps to control the speed of water flow, but also reduces the chance of flash flooding. In addition to this, beaver dams can offer a nature-based solution for many other issues: capturing organic sediments; reducing the effects of agricultural runoff and holding back harmful pesticides.
A further argument in favour of reinstating beavers is often debated, and for good reason. Beavers build their lodges by damming streams: this creates wetland areas, acting as sponges for rainwater. According to the RSPB, this not only helps to control the speed of water flow, but also reduces the chance of flash flooding. In addition to this, beaver dams can offer a nature-based solution for many other issues: capturing organic sediments; reducing the effects of agricultural runoff and holding back harmful pesticides.
This argument, however, is not shared by all. Some experts have announced their concerns that if beavers were to be reintroduced, their populations would spread too quickly, as they do not remain in one place. They claim that beavers would move from rural areas to villages, towns and cities: it is the belief of some that they would come into conflict with land management and man-made flood defences. Furthermore, some parties feel that fisheries would be affected by beavers.
In Scotland, there are currently two populations of beavers, named as a protected species by the Scottish government in 2016. Beavers survive by eating a varied herbivorous diet: aquatic grasses from rivers; herbaceous plants and shrubs; woody plants such as birch and tree bark during winter. Research shows that this has had a positive effect on their environment there: beavers ‘coppice’ trees by gnawing on stems, the regrowth consequently providing homes for insects and birds.
In Scotland, there are currently two populations of beavers, named as a protected species by the Scottish government in 2016. Beavers survive by eating a varied herbivorous diet: aquatic grasses from rivers; herbaceous plants and shrubs; woody plants such as birch and tree bark during winter. Research shows that this has had a positive effect on their environment there: beavers ‘coppice’ trees by gnawing on stems, the regrowth consequently providing homes for insects and birds.
This argument, however, is not shared by all. Some experts have announced their concerns that if beavers were to be reintroduced, their populations would spread too quickly, as they do not remain in one place. They claim that beavers would move from rural areas to villages, towns and cities: it is the belief of some that they would come into conflict with land management and man-made flood defences. Furthermore, some parties feel that fisheries would be affected by beavers.
deer and other large-hoofed animals;
hares and other small prey;
Wolves hunt a variety of prey:
birds which provide enough meat;
and even salmon.
In conclusion, it is clear to see that there are many significant points to consider over reintroducing beavers to England and Wales. Management decisions must take into account the conservation status of the beaver, as well as the perceived problems they are said to be causing. It is evident that responsible attitudes must be adopted in order to preserve and protect these creatures, and that a compromise must be found before action is taken.
This argument, however, is not shared by all. Some experts have announced their concerns that if beavers were to be reintroduced, their populations would spread too quickly, as they do not remain in one place. They claim that beavers would move from rural areas to villages, towns and cities: it is the belief of some that they would come into conflict with land management and man-made flood defences. Furthermore, some parties feel that fisheries would be affected by beavers.
On the other hand, many claim this situation to be a hindrance. Farmers and crop growers firmly believe that beavers, along with other rodents, are a nuisance: their natural behaviour of gnawing trees also leads them to damage crops. Agricultural professionals argue that if beavers were to be reintroduced, it would negatively impact the quality of their produce, therefore having a detrimental effect on economies over time.
Wolves
who share many human characteristics
_____________________________
can be playful and affectionate
On the other hand, many claim this situation to be a hindrance. Farmers and crop growers firmly believe that beavers, along with other rodents, are a nuisance: their natural behaviour of gnawing trees also leads them to damage crops. Agricultural professionals argue that if beavers were to be reintroduced, it would negatively impact the quality of their produce, therefore having a detrimental effect on economies over time.
On the other hand, many claim this situation to be a hindrance. Farmers and crop growers firmly believe that beavers, along with other rodents, are a nuisance: their natural behaviour of gnawing trees also leads them to damage crops. Agricultural professionals argue that if beavers were to be reintroduced, it would negatively impact the quality of their produce, therefore having a detrimental effect on economies over time.
Since the dawn of time, Earth has been inhabited by communities of humans and wild animals. However, as humans have populated more and more land, the Eurasian beaver’s world has shrunk, leading to their eventual decline. In this discussion, we examine reasons why beavers should be reintroduced to England and Wales, in comparison with arguments against this effort to rewild the land.
A further argument in favour of reinstating beavers is often debated, and for good reason. Beavers build their lodges by damming streams: this creates wetland areas, acting as sponges for rainwater. According to the RSPB, this not only helps to control the speed of water flow, but also reduces the chance of flash flooding. In addition to this, beaver dams can offer a nature-based solution for many other issues: capturing organic sediments; reducing the effects of agricultural runoff and holding back harmful pesticides.
In conclusion, it is clear to see that there are many significant points to consider over reintroducing beavers to England and Wales. Management decisions must take into account the conservation status of the beaver, as well as the perceived problems they are said to be causing. It is evident that responsible attitudes must be adopted in order to preserve and protect these creatures, and that a compromise must be found before action is taken.
This argument, however, is not shared by all. Some experts have announced their concerns that if beavers were to be reintroduced, their populations would spread too quickly, as they do not remain in one place. They claim that beavers would move from rural areas to villages, towns and cities: it is the belief of some that they would come into conflict with land management and man-made flood defences. Furthermore, some parties feel that fisheries would be affected by beavers.
In conclusion, it is clear to see that there are many significant points to consider over reintroducing beavers to England and Wales. Management decisions must take into account the conservation status of the beaver, as well as the perceived problems they are said to be causing. It is evident that responsible attitudes must be adopted in order to preserve and protect these creatures, and that a compromise must be found before action is taken.
In Scotland, there are currently two populations of beavers, named as a protected species by the Scottish government in 2016. Beavers survive by eating a varied herbivorous diet: aquatic grasses from rivers; herbaceous plants and shrubs; woody plants such as birch and tree bark during winter. Research shows that this has had a positive effect on their environment there: beavers ‘coppice’ trees by gnawing on stems, the regrowth consequently providing homes for insects and birds.