Animal Areas - Erie Zoo

North American River Otter

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River otters can swim 7 to 8 miles per hour and can stay underwater for 3 to 6 minutes!

Sponsors

June 2023: Owen Rader
September 2023: Dr. Kaitlyn M. Blackburn
November 2023: Claytopia
December 2023: Ricardo Aldrich
June 2024: Adam Reid
June 2024: Debbie Turner
June 2024: Granddaughter

Habitat

Rivers and lakes in North America

Size

30-40 inches long plus tail

Weight

10-25 pounds

Lifespan

Approximately 15 years

Diet

fish, frogs, crayfish, birds, eggs and mice.

Reproduction

1-5 cubs after a 3 month gestation

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Threats

disease, water pollution, trapping, habitat destruction

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