Beavers stamp catalogue

139 items

Beavers are large rodents that live in Asia, Europe and North America. Today, two species are distinguished: the beaver (Castor fiber) and the Canadian beaver (Castor canadensis). The latter is distinguished by a darker coat and a shorter muzzle.
Beavers are recognizable by their large incisors and their flat tails. With their teeth they are able to gnaw trees. Beavers are also known for their dams, which they build in the water and use as a residence. However, it is mainly the Canadian beavers who do this. In Canada, the beaver is a national symbol. The first stamp of Canada (the 3 pence of 1851) therefore shows a beaver. This makes it probably the first official stamp with the image of an animal.

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Number of stamps

139

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Oldest item

North American Beaver (1851)