Otter

usgb/ˈɑːtər/
noun

A type of mammal that lives both in the water and on land. Its body is long and it has webbed feet for swimming.

The otter slide into the river, caught a fish, and then returned to land to eat it.
Visual representation of "otter" - A type of mammal that lives both in the water and on land. Its body is long and it has webbed feet for swimming.

Often appears as...

  • sea otter
  • river otter
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Habitat Specific

Otters are found near water bodies; differentiate between sea otter (marine) and river otter (freshwater habitats).

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The river otter is adapted to the freshwater environment of rivers and streams.
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Playful Creatures

Otters are known for their playful behavior, often seen sliding or juggling pebbles.

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An otter was spotted sliding down a muddy bank into the water.
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Endangered Status

Some otter species are endangered so conversations about them might involve environmental protection.

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The conservationists discussed the urgent need to protect the habitat of the endangered sea otter.
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