otters

Otters spend their time by swimming, playing, wrestling, sliding on muddy slopes,

CharacteristicsLarge slim bodiesLarge WiskersWebbed toesRubber like tails3 to 4 1/42 feet longLives 8 to 9 years

OTTERSLontra

Otters live in every continent except Antartica. They live in river banks, wetlands, and springs of Florida except for the Keys. They live in burrows and riverbanks.

Early MayOtters Mating season

Birth of YoungUsually 1-6 otters

1 Month After BirthOtter young openseyes.

2 Month After BirthOtter pups first go out ofden and begin swimming.

1-2 YearsOtters leave group tosearch for territory.

2-3 YearsOtters reach maturity.

DietCrayfish, Crabs, Fish,Frogs, Clams, InsectsSnakes, and turtles

Otter Food Chain

Life Cycle of Otter

Not endangered in Florida.

They thrive in river, lakes and swamps. They like all climates that have waterways. They stay away from polluted areas.