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Otter’s Outlook

Get up and close with our Asian small-clawed otters as they frolic around their habitat.

Pearl and Emmy (short for Emerald) are the youngest members of our otter family, being born on 10/15/2023. They arrived to the park on Christmas Day and were the cutest Christmas gift their animal care team could wish for. They currently weigh around 6 and 7 pounds, with Pearl being larger than Emmy. Pearl is identified by her larger size and certain vocals, whereas Emmy is identified by her smaller size and a little freckle in the middle of her lower lip. These two love to play more than anything. They love all toys so far but have a special fondness for spoons. The best thing in the world to these babies is a stream of water coming down – they love to try and catch the water in their mouths, or have it hit their bellies as they swim belly up. They also enjoy investigating every nook and cranny with their dexterous little hands. They are still learning how to eat with their trainers, as it is sometimes difficult for them to focus on food when there are so many other thrilling things in this world. They are very eager to explore and get excited about everything.

Animal Fact

About Otters

  • Scientific Name: Aonyx cinereus
  • Size
    • 18-24 inches head to body length
    • 10-14 inch tail length
  • Environments found: Streams, rivers, marshes, & rice paddies

 

Fun Fact

  • Otter fur is incredibly dense and is used to keep them warm
  • Otters find food using their sensitive whiskers (vibrissae) or by using their hands

Conservation Status

  • Habitat Loss: Their habitat is being damaged or converted to better serve human needs and by climate change
  • Pollution: Trash and pesticides are polluting their habitats, harming them and their food services

How to help

Things we can do to help Asian Small Clawed Otters

  • Do not participate in illegal pet trade. Otters need specialized care and social environments and do not make good pets
  • Reduce our individual impacts on climate change
    • Reduce oil and gas consumption
    • Reduce, reuse, repair, and recycle

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