River Otter

Giant River Otter as the common name the scientific name Pteronura brasiliensis in the Mustelidae family with the Carnivora order the normal size of Otter is Length head/body :34 -55 in (86-140 cm) tail length :13-39 in(33-100 cm); height at shoulder 16 in (40 cm) weighing 57-75 lb.

Key features are Large otter with short, glossy fur that looks black when wet ;often white or creamy nose and throat; webbed feet tail tapers and is flattened with a flange along each edge.

Common habits: Lives in family groups, mostly in the water. Breeding up to 5young born in a single litter each year after gestation period of 65-70 days. Weaned at 3-4 months; sexually mature at 2years. May live over 14 years in captivity, possibly similar in the wild sound like loud yelps, barks and whistles is very vocal.