| Latin Name |
Lontra canadensis |
| Conservation Status |
Least Concern |
| Location
| North America |
| Colour |
Brown |
| Length |
66 - 110 cms (26 - 43 inches) |
| Tail |
32 - 46 cms (12.5 - 18 inches) |
| Weight |
6 - 9 Kgs (13 - 20 lbs) |
| Life Expectancy |
Up to 23 Yrs (in Captivity) |
Subspecies
Subspecies of the North American River Otter include:
Lontra canadensis canadensis
Lontra canadensis kodiacensis
Lontra canadensis lataxina
Lontra canadensis mira
Lontra canadensis pacifica
Lontra canadensis periclyzomae
Lontra canadensis sonora
Interesting Facts
North American River Otters are also known as:
Northern River Otter
Common Otter
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