Two beavers released into the wild earlier this year are staying together. Outdoor cameras recently filmed the two animals grooming each other. This grooming shows that the pair is forming a close bond.
released into the wild= Past participle phrase modifying 'beavers', describing animals set free into their natural habitat.grooming each other= The verb 'groom' means cleaning another animal's fur, which indicates social bonding.
Beavers usually live in small family groups and stay with one partner for life. Conservationists hope this new pair will settle in the area and raise young. This could help increase the beaver population in the wild.
for life= An adverbial phrase meaning permanently or for the duration of one's entire lifetime.settle in= Phrasal verb meaning to become comfortable and establish a permanent home in a new area.
The animals were released in February to help restore natural rivers and wetlands. When beavers build dams and canals, they keep water in the land for longer. This work creates new homes and supports many other wild animals.
keep water in the land for longer= Refers to water retention, where beaver structures slow runoff and preserve soil moisture.