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#27. River Otter

Group Name:

Mammals/Weasel Family



Habitat:

Rivers, lakes, streams, & occasionally the ocean. Otters like pristine water and are only rarely found near urban areas at this time.


Traits:

1. Weasel-like shape (long & thin).

2. Thick, dark brown fur.

3. Short round ears.

4. Short legs.

5. Thick, furry tail tapering towards the tip, which aids locomotion.

6. Playful and very social. Often found in groups.

7. Eats fish, frogs, crayfish, eggs.

8. Once hunted for its fur. Now rare.




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