Otters have brown fur which appears shiny black when they are wet. These "playful" animals are
usually seen in the water. They are carnivores, feeding on frogs, crayfish, fish, turtles and an
occasional immature alligator. Otters have webbed feet, a long, muscular tail, and sensitive
whiskers which help them to locate fish in murky water.

Family:Mustelidae

Species: Lutra

Subspecies: Canadensis
 
Habitat:
North American west coast from Alaska south to northern California and Utah; on the East Coast
from Up North to Florida. Along streams and lake borders.

Appearance
Head and Body: 26-30 inches Tail: 12-17 inches. A large mammal with rich brown above and silvery  sheen , small ears and a broad snout, webbed feet and has 36 teeth.

Diet: Eats fish, frogs, crayfish and other animals.