Photo of the Day #504: North American river otter

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A North American river otter (Lontra canadensis), photographed at the Turtleback Zoo.


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There are few creatures that are as charming as otters; their lithe forms are amusingly awkward on land but incredibly graceful in the water, and they are always a joy to behold. Their energetic playfulness makes them difficult to photograph, however, although this particular North American River…

Hi Brian,
I am a recreation student at Humboldt State University in Arcata California. I wanted to ask your permission to use your photo of a North American River Otter on a species handout during a class trip to the Arcata marsh. This will be for pure education and no prophit will be made or money exchanged for that matter. Thank you for your time.
Cheers to the SEA!
Gabriel

By gabriel acosta (not verified) on 22 Sep 2011 #permalink