Did you know that river otters spend more time on land than in water?
River otters are semi-aquatic mammals with thick dark brown fur, golden cheeks, short legs, and whiskers. Least Concern - Population Stable
Lakes, marshes, rivers, and wetlands
River otters give birth to two or three pups in summer.
All year
Crawfish, fish, frogs, turtles, birds, beavers, muskrats, and rabbits
River otters forage in water
Unique in North Louisiana. Here are two cool facts.
River otters lie on their backs and juggle rocks close to their bodies.
River otters defecate on land.