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Neotropical River Otters

Playful snorts, whistles and screeches erupt from the riverbank, where muddy waterslides cut a path through vegetation and empty into fresh waters. The squeals come from Neotropical river otters, a playful species that loves to toboggan both solo and in unison.

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Quick Facts

  • Scientific Name: Lontra longicaudis
  • Status in the Wild: Threatened
  • Habitat: Marshes, Rivers, Swamps
  • Diet: Carnivore

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Last updated: Nov 1, 2023