North American River Otter
Lontra canadensis
Adult North American river otters inhabit rivers, lakes, marshes, estuaries, and coastal shorelines with clean water and abundant prey. They are agile swimmers that dive, twist, and use sensitive whiskers to locate fish, crayfish, amphibians, and other aquatic prey. On land they travel with a bounding gait and often use slides, bankside dens, and shoreline cover. A notable fact is that their dense, water-repellent fur traps insulating air, helping them stay active in cold water.
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Growth chain
- North American River Otter Pup
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- North American River Otter