A public consultation has been launched on the potential reintroduction of wild beavers.
The discussion, focused on parts of Dorset, follows the licensed release of beavers at Studland.
Dorset Wildlife Trust (DWT) is now gathering public feedback on the wider reintroduction of the species.
Steve Oliver, Dorset Wildlife Trust’s Rivers Conservation Officer, said: "Our enclosed project has given us clear, science-based evidence of the multiple benefits beavers can bring to Dorset’s rivers and wetlands.
"Wild beavers are already present in parts of the county, but any future releases in new locations must be shaped by the people who live and work here.
"This consultation is an opportunity for everyone to share their views, raise questions and help us understand what a future with wild beavers could look like for Dorset."
DWT has submitted an expression of interest for a potential licensed wild release within the River Hooke and wider River Frome catchment.
The trust is inviting feedback from farmers, landowners, communities, partner organisations, and the public.
Drop-in meetings will be held on April 11 in Maiden Newton, April 18 in Dorchester, and May 2 in Wareham.
An online survey is available at the Dorset Wildlife Trust website.
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