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Location:

Inner Africa Trail near Camel rides and snack bar

Spotted Necked Otter

  • David (F) ~9 years old as of Dec. 2022

Identifying Features:

History:

David came to us from Reid Park Zoo (Tucson) in December 2022

More Information:

  • IUCN: Near threatened

  • Diurnal

  • Spend most of their time on land, but rely on freshwater for food

  • Have been know to swim up to 7 miles while hunting

  • Excellent hearing and good vision

  • Fun fact:   When they catch a fish, the first thing they do is chew off the fins. Then they play with it for a while.

  • IUCN: Near Threatened

  • Diurnal

  • Spend most of their time on land, but rely on freshwater for food

  • Have been know to swim up to 7 miles while hunting

  • Excellent hearing and good vision

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