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European OtterLutra lutra lutra 
HabitatStreams and small rivers.
DescriptionAn aquatic carnivore distributed throughout europe, the body may attain a length of .75 m., with a tail half as long as the body. The head is broad and flat, with short, rounded ears; the blunt snout bears lateral, slit-like nostrils. The ears and nostrils can be closed when the animal is diving. The fur is chestnut, the legs are short but strong, and the webbed feet have claws.
Threats ToLoss of habitat. hunted for their fur. shot by fishermen. |
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