Otters are carnivorous mammals (subfamily Lutrinae.)
The 13 otter species are all semiaquatic, aquatic or marine mammals
The gestation period in otters is about 60 to 86 days.
shelter is built under tree roots, rocky cairn, It is lined with moss and grass.
To rest, otters seek refuge in underground holes, rock crevices, beaver lodges, cavities in rootsystems, or simply dense vegetation along the shoreline.
Its usual source of food is fish ,crayfish, crabs, mussels, and frogs.
The otter has a slender body with short legs, a strong neck, and a long flattened tail that helps propel the animal gracefully through water.
Most river otters are opportunistic, feeding on whatever is most easily obtained.
Diet often varies seasonally or locally, depending on which prey is available.
River otters hunt visually while chasing fish, but they use their manual dexterity to dislodge crabs and crayfish from under rocks.
Sensory hairs on the snout called vibrissae also assist by sensing water turbulence
They typically follow the shortest route possible and often establish much-used trails.
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The 13 otter species are all semiaquatic, aquatic or marine mammals
The gestation period in otters is about 60 to 86 days.
shelter is built under tree roots, rocky cairn, It is lined with moss and grass.
Its usual source of food is fish ,crayfish, crabs, mussels, and frogs.
They belong to the weasel family (Mustelidae) and are noted for their playful behaviour.
The otter has a slender body with short legs, a strong neck, and a long flattened tail that helps propel the animal gracefully through water.
Most river otters are opportunistic, feeding on whatever is most easily obtained.
Diet often varies seasonally or locally, depending on which prey is available.
River otters hunt visually while chasing fish, but they use their manual dexterity to dislodge crabs and crayfish from under rocks.
Sensory hairs on the snout called vibrissae also assist by sensing water turbulence
They typically follow the shortest route possible and often establish much-used trails.
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