Eight wild beaver colonies across EnglandThe practice, which consists of nature activists transplanting wild beavers under the cover of darkness from one location to another without the necessary permits, is believed to have led to the establishment of at least eight colonies across England, from Canterbury city centre to the depths of rural Devon. The Pensthorpe beaver is said to be doing well in its new habitatHe told The i Paper: “We’re delighted to have it. In a little-noticed move, ministers last year announced plans to allow wild beaver colonies to be set up in carefully chosen rural locations after previously restricting releases to fenced off enclosures. David Exwood, deputy president of the NFU, said the body recognised that beaver populations can provide “certain benefits” in the right locations. Matt Heard, the body’s director for national delivery, said it was dedicated to “responsible reintroduction” of beavers.