Derek Gow
United KingdomfarmerMale7.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Derek Gow is a farmer and conservationist based in Devon, known for his efforts in rewilding and species reintroduction. He has legally reintroduced various species, including beavers, and has been vocal about the need for more effective and streamlined licensing processes to restore biodiversity in England.
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Derek Gow has overseen the reintroduction of beavers, storks and water voles to many sites across Britain.
Artist delights in beautiful ‘mess’ and dead trees of England’s rewilding sites | RewildingThe Guardian·United Kingdom· 2026-09-12
United Kingdom· 2026-09-12
Devon farmer and conservationist Derek Gow said he believed they had been released by illegal rewilders.
Beaver activists claim they are 'doing God's work'BBC·United Kingdom· 2025-06-27
United Kingdom· 2025-06-27
