This activity will focus specifically on efforts to gather population information about otter in Wisconsin. The North American River Otter, Lontra canadensis, is a semi-aquatic mammal found only in North America. Otters are the largest species of the weasel family measuring in at 3-4 feet long with a 12-18 inch tail.
River Otter - EEK WI
River Otter. In Wisconsin's streams, rivers, marshes, lakes, and ponds you may see a sleek, dark brown critter with a long, tapered, muscular body gliding just below the water's surface. The River Otter is known for its broad head and small facial features, except for a rather large nose pad.
North American river otter - Wikipedia
The North American river otter (Lontra canadensis), also known as the northern river otter and river otter, is a semiaquatic mammal that lives only on the North American continent throughout most of Canada, along the coasts of the United States and its inland waterways.
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Wisconsin River Otters
Wisconsin River Otter. Name: River Otters. Scientific Name: Lutra canadensis. Measurements: length: 2-4ft, weight: 44-82lbs, tail length: 1-1.5ft. Habitat: anywhere near water. Diet: varieties of fish, birds, and vegetation. Behavior: very playful, like to play with prey, travel during winter by pushing off with feet and sliding across snow.
Otters in the Northwoods - WXPR
Oct 28, 2019 · After 70 years of no otters in the state, they undertook an ambitious re-stocking program, bringing more than 100 otters from Newfoundland and 8 U.S. states, including Wisconsin. Northwoods otters were transplanted into the Gunnison, Piedra, and Upper Colorado rivers between 1976 and 1984.
Naturalist Corner: Brooke with Some Cool Facts You Otter Know
Aug 29, 2018 · There are many different types of animals and critters that reside in Upham’s backyard, the Wisconsin River. One of the coolest and my personal favorite is the otter. There are thirteen known species of otter but the Northern River Otter is what we find around Wisconsin.
Lontra canadensis - Vertebrate Collection | UWSP
The North American river otter’s taxonomic designation is Lontra canadensis, but was recently changed from Lutra canadensis. The river otter is morphologically separated from other mustelids, by its fully webbed feet, short and dark glossy fur, and a long tapered tail.
North American River Otter (Mammals of Wisconsin) - iNaturalist
The North American river otter (Lontra canadensis), also known as the northern river otter or the common otter, is a semiaquatic mammal endemic to the North American continent found in and along its waterways and coasts. An adult river otter can weigh between 5.0 …
River Otter » The Christopher Farm & Gardens
River otters were once common in Wisconsin but were nearly wiped out by the early 1900s due to hunting and habitat loss. They have made a comeback in recent years, thanks to conservation efforts, but are still considered at risk. Habits: River otters can be found in Wisconsin's streams, rivers, marshes, lakes, and ponds. Otters need about 3 ...