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About the Spotted necked Otter
The spotted-necked otter is a relatively small African otter strongly associated with freshwater habitats such as lakes, rivers and streams. It has dark brown fur with distinctive pale spots on the throat and chest, along with webbed feet and a streamlined body adapted for swimming. It feeds primarily on fish, frogs, crabs and other aquatic prey. It is an agile swimmer and is usually solitary or found in small family groups.
How to identify the Spotted necked Otter
Small, slender otter with dark brown fur and distinctive pale cream to white spots and markings on the throat, neck and upper chest. Webbed feet, a long muscular tail and streamlined body are adaptations for aquatic life.
Did you know?
Spotted-necked Otters are highly specialised swimmers and can pursue fish underwater using their streamlined bodies and partially webbed feet.
Also known as: Otter, Gevlekte Otter
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