- Otter | Description, Habitat, Species, Distribution, Food, Facts . . .
Otter, any of 13 species of semiaquatic mammals that belong to the weasel family and are noted for their playfulness The otter has a lithe and slender body with short legs, a strong neck, and a long flat tail that helps propel it gracefully through water
- Otter - Wikipedia
Otters are carnivorous mammals in the subfamily Lutrinae The 13 extant otter species are all semiaquatic, aquatic, or marine Lutrinae is a branch of the Mustelidae family, which includes weasels, badgers, mink, and wolverines, among other animals
- The Characteristics, Behavior, and Habitat of the Otter
Inhabiting almost every continent on the globe, the otter is a docile, territorial, and extremely intelligent aquatic mammal Today we want to tell you all about one of the most amazing and enthralling mammals species around: the otter Otters are aquatic mammals that not only live in rivers, but in the ocean as well
- All About Otters - Physical Characteristics | United Parks Resorts
River otters range in size from about 87 to 153 cm (34-60 in ) and 3 to 14 kg (7-31 lbs ) The largest river otter is the North American river otter, ranging from 100 to 153 cm (39-60 in ) The smallest river otter is the marine otter, averaging 87 to 115 cm (34-45 in )
- 15 Fascinating Facts About Otters - Treehugger
Charismatic otters are the largest members of the weasel family Unlike other weasels, otters are semi-aquatic Their sleek bodies range in size from two to nearly six feet long Thirteen otter
- Otters, facts and information | National Geographic
Most are small, with short ears and noses, elongated bodies, long tails, and soft, dense fur There are 13 species in total, ranging from the small-clawed otter to the giant otter
- Otters - Types, Size, Habitat, Diet, Lifespan, Predators, Pictures
There are currently 13 living species of otters These animals are characterized by slender bodies, strong necks, short legs, and long, flattened tails Typically, these mammals have webbed feet that equip them for life in water A layer of long guard hair covers their bodies, providing insulation and buoyancy
- Otter Animal Facts - A-Z Animals
Otters, members of a group that includes minks, badgers, and weasels, differ from other mustelids because they don’t create dens or burrows and can live their whole lives in water
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