Beaver

Appearance & Identification

Large brown aquatic rodent with a flat, leathery paddle-tail and orange teeth.

Preferred Habitat

Running water, from the Allegheny River to small mountain runs.

Seasonal Behavior

Season: Dec 20, 2025 - March 31, 2026. WMU 2F Limit: 20 per season.

Recommended Tactics

Regional Trapping Sets for Beaver: Use "330 Body-Grips" in underwater runs or "Castor Mound Sets" with a drowning rod. Essential for managing the high beaver populations in WMU 2F. [Watch a Beaver Trapping Guide here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_gg-sE3Nsk)