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Lontra canadensis ssp. pacifica Once again we were honoured with a visit by our family of river otters. After getting out of the water they climbed the rocks to roll in the snow. Unfortunately my view was obscured by some trees so no photos of that activity. Always a treat to see them! Canada,Geotagged,Lontra canadensis,North American river otter Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Lontra canadensis ssp. pacifica

Once again we were honoured with a visit by our family of river otters. After getting out of the water they climbed the rocks to roll in the snow. Unfortunately my view was obscured by some trees so no photos of that activity. Always a treat to see them!

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    Ferdy Christant
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    Lucky you, and thanks for sharing the joy with us. Posted 4 years ago
    1. View gary fast's profile
      gary fast
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      You are more than welcome. And, yes, lucky for sure. Posted 4 years ago
  3. View NattyOne's profile
    NattyOne
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    Love otters, these are great! Posted 4 years ago
    1. View gary fast's profile
      gary fast
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      Many thanks! Posted 4 years ago

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The North American river otter

The North American river otter is a semiaquatic mammal endemic to the North American continent found in and along its waterways and coasts. An adult North American river otter can weigh between 5.0 and 14 kg. The river otter is protected and insulated by a thick, water-repellent coat of fur.

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Uploaded Feb 17, 2021. Captured in 315 Whaletown Rd, Whaletown, BC V0P 1Z0, Canada.
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