North American River Otter

The North American river otter is a large, aquatic carnivore in the Mustelidae family.

There have been several studies conducted at JPRF studying otters, including latrine site use, diet, and contaminant work.

Collaborators

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    Dexter Hodder

    JPRF

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    Dr. Shannon Crowley

    JPRF

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    Dr. Chris Johnson

    UNBC

A river otter on snow, with its body stretched forward and head near the ground.

Publications

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