The North American River Otter is a sleek, playful mustelid built for life in the water, with webbed feet and a powerful tail. Social and vocal, often slides down muddy banks for apparent fun.
Habitat
Rivers, streams, lakes, and coastal estuaries
Diet
Fish, crayfish, frogs, and small aquatic mammals
How common
Uncommon
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