Asian Small-Clawed Otter
Classification | Habitat | Diet |
Carnivora > Mustelidae | Around the river | Fish, crustaceans, vegetables, etc. |
The Asian small-clawed otter has a body
optimized for swimming: its nostrils have valves that
close when it dives, and it has webbing between
its toes to help it swim.
And otters do not get wet very often!
They have a double coat - a thick, shiny,
waterproof coat and a soft,
downy coat - that helps them stay dry and warm.
If you have ever seen an otter rubbing itself all over the place,
it is for two reasons: to mark their territory with scent,
or to dry their wet fur.