Otters! (41/365)

[white_hart]

I nearly went back to sleep for an hour instead of going for a walk this morning, but I'm glad I didn't, as I saw not one, not two, but three otters in the canal. And unlike the first time I saw them, I had enough wits about me to remember that my camera also shoots video, and also has a good zoom, so is definitely a better option than my phone.

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[lilysea]

p.s. How common/rare are otter sightings for you?

Once a month?
Once a year?
Once in 5 years?

[white_hart]

I've seen otters three times in the last 12 months (once in the river near work, shortly before lockdown last year, and once a few months ago at the same place I saw them today). Prior to that, I had only ever seen them in zoos - they aren't common, though I think numbers are increasing thanks to conservation efforts, and they are shy. I feel very fortunate to have seen them!

[girlyswot]

I have seen sea otters in the wild in Scotland, but never a river otter. I am very envious of Sadie!