Learn how river otters are being restored and why they matter for aquatic ecosystems at a free NCTC lecture Jan. 15.

WESTMORELAND, N.Y. -- A pair of river otters made a surprise appearance in a Westmoreland pond. Carla Burnham said the duo ...

Scientists discovered that river otter droppings contain large numbers of parasites that infect the animals’ prey, indicating that otters may play a significant role in shaping local food webs.

A new river otter has made its debut at the Sacramento Zoo. Named Darla, zookeepers say the otter has actually been behind ...

Biologists and ecologists have long wished to gather high-quality data on exactly what the animals they study are eating, but how can such observations be made without disturbing the natural patterns ...

The Sacramento Zoo welcomed Darla to their North American river otter habitat in the past few weeks. • Video above: Meet the ...

Despite ice covering a popular reservoir, a recent video from Colorado Parks and Wildlife shows how otters stay warm in the ...

The Sacramento Zoo introduces a new otter, Darla, to its river otter habitat, where she joins her brother Jackson.

In today’s episode of “Matt About Town,” we’re highlighting an ongoing study being conducted at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, where scientists are examining otter poop—in an effort to ...

If you feel that your day needs some cute and cuddly brightness, look no further; a couple of totally adorable three-month-old giant otter cubs are here to lift your spirits! As this wholesome video ...

What cheeky little critters! These tiny otters look minuscule in comparison to their 100-pound capybara friend (and their ...