North American River Otter
Lontra canadensis
About the North American River Otter
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 and 14 kg (11.0 and 30.9 lb). The river otter is protected and insulated by a thick, water-repellent coat of fur.
Key Facts
- Well-known species with 34,511 recorded observations.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the North American River Otter?
The scientific name of the North American River Otter is Lontra canadensis.
How many North American River Otter sightings have been recorded?
34,511 observations of the North American River Otter have been recorded on iNaturalist.
34,511
observations on iNaturalist
