Otter

The otter is a 4 ft. long mammal that can weigh up to 65 lbs. The otter has strong canine teeth (used for tearing food) and flat molars (used for crushing). It has external ears and a flattened tail flipper used for propulsion. The otters senses are very strong. It has a very strong sense of smell, good eyesight, and an excellent sense of touch.

Otters must eat at least 20 % of its body weight to keep up its body temperature. The otter spends a large part of its day grooming. This forces air bubbles next to the skin. These bubbles are used for insulation for warmth and provide buoyancy.

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