Beaver
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Castor fiber
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Droppings are small for such a large mammal - 2.3cm long with diameter of around 2cm. Remains consist almost entirely of bark/wood remains. Generally deposited in the water, where they disintegrate rapidly so rarely found.
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Both fore and hind feet have 5 digital pads, subtle claw marks sometimes visible. Webbing between digital pads sometimes seen on soft ground. Curved interdigital or "heel" pad has 4 fused lobes.
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C. fiber