Ulm Police Safely Escort Beavers Off Busy Highway
Two beavers repeatedly entering the B10 highway were relocated to a nearby river to prevent risks to traffic and wildlife.
- On March 29, 2025, Ulm police intervened to rescue two beavers that posed a hazard by repeatedly entering the B10 highway.
- The animals were escorted to the Große Blau river, where they safely entered the water.
- This incident highlights ongoing challenges in managing the region's growing beaver population, which has caused traffic disruptions and property damage.
- Beavers are protected in Europe, contributing to biodiversity but also creating conflicts in urban and agricultural areas.
- Encounters with beavers are increasingly common in the region, with some animals even becoming local icons, such as a famous beaver in Augsburg that gained online fame in 2021.