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Beaver Damage on fruit trees #921981

Asked November 14, 2025, 6:18 PM EST

How do I "treat" bark and wood damage by beavers on my small pear trees?

Washington County Oregon

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Hi Clarence and thanks for your question about damage to your pear trees, but I need to see some pictures to know how extensive the damage is, what the whole tree looks like, where the damage is and what you have done to keep beavers away from the trees.
Awaiting further information,

Rhonda Frick-Wright Replied November 17, 2025, 6:18 PM EST

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Beaver Damage on fruit trees #921981

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