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Old Aug 7th, 2003, 07:56 PM       

Giant Otter. (Pteronura brasiliensis)
The giant otter lives in South America. Although once abundant, habitat loss and hunting for it's pelt have made it endangered. They are social animals, living in familial groups of about ten and taking turns with child-rearing duties. They are the largest of the otters, being up to six feet long. They are a powerful predator, and although they mainly eat fish and other aquatic creatures, they are capable of killing even anacondas.

Congo Clawless Otter (Aonyx congica)
Virtually nothing is known about this otter. It lives in Africa, and is very similair to the Cape clawless otter.

Eurasian River Otter (Lutra lutra)
The Eurasian river otter is found in Europe, the Arctic Circle, northern Africa, and most of Asia. They inhabit all watery places, even the sea.
It is very playful, and uses over a dozen vocalizations to communicate.
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