Eurasian Otter
Lutra lutra
Close to qualifying as threatened
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Eurasian Otter
The Eurasian otter (Lutra lutra), also known as the European otter, Eurasian river otter, common otter, and Old World otter, is a semiaquatic mammal native to Eurasia. The most widely distributed member of the otter subfamily (Lutrinae) of the weasel family (Mustelidae), it is found in the waterways and coasts of Europe, many parts of Asia, and parts of northern Africa. The Eurasian otter has a diet mainly of fish, and is strongly territorial. It is...
Key Facts
- Near threatened - close to being at risk.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Eurasian Otter?
The scientific name of the Eurasian Otter is Lutra lutra.
Is the Eurasian Otter endangered?
The Eurasian Otter is classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
How many Eurasian Otter sightings have been recorded?
9,690 observations of the Eurasian Otter have been recorded on iNaturalist.
