The Neotropical River Otter is the southern counterpart of the North American river otter, found from Mexico through Central and South America. It inhabits clean, fast-moving rivers and streams and is highly sensitive to water quality. In Mexico and Central America it is a key indicator species for healthy riparian ecosystems.
Habitat
Clear, clean rivers, streams, and lakes of Mexico and Central America
Diet
Fish, crustaceans, and aquatic invertebrates
How common
Uncommon
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