Recent wildfires in France and Spain, exacerbated by extreme heat and drought, have led to significant evacuations and environmental destruction. Beavers, through their dam-building activities, maintain wetland areas that resist ignition, thereby protecting surrounding vegetation from fire. Studies indicate that regions with beaver presence experience less vegetation decline during wildfires compared to areas without them. Furthermore, ongoing research explores the potential of beaver dams to aid in post-wildfire landscape recovery by improving water quality and reducing soil erosion, highlighting the ecological importance of beavers in fire-prone environments.