River Otter

wildlife-overview

The North American river otter (Lontra canadensis) is the otter most commonly associated with Wisconsin’s waterways. Recognizable by its streamlined body, dense waterproof fur...

environment

North American river otter (Lontra canadensis) are widely distributed across Wisconsin and remain a common, recovered carnivore in freshwater systems. Once reduced by unregulate...

wildlife-ecology

Yes, North American river otters (Lontra canadensis) occur in Yellowstone National Park, though they are rarely observed and remain poorly documented relative to more visible wi...

wildlife

An otter in Wisconsin refers to the North American river otter (Lontra canadensis), a semi-aquatic mustelid common along rivers, streams, lakes, and wetlands across the state. R...