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North American River Otter

Similar Animals:
 Marine Otter
 Neotropical Otter
 Southern River Otter
 European Otter
 Sea Otter
 Giant Otter
 Smooth-Coated Otter
 Spotted-Necked Otter

North american River Otter
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North American River Otter
Photographer: Dezidor


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)

Interesting Facts

North American River Otters are also known as:
Northern River Otter