North American river otters are perfectly adapted to life in the water! Their webbed feet and powerful tails act as rudders when navigating streams and lakes.
ORIGIN:
North America
HABITAT:
Lakes, ponds, swamps and rivers
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
11-30 lbs
Height: 2-4 ft
DIET:
Fish, frogs, crabs and other invertebrates
PREDATORS:
Alligators, coyotes and birds of prey
NATURAL DEFENSES:
Strong swimming ability
REPRODUCTION:
2-month gestation; sexually mature at 2-3 years
THREATS:
Habitat loss
LIFE EXPECTANCY:
8-9 yrs in wild
Purple tongue |
Webbed feet |
Short legs | Third eyelid |
