Chungungo: The Tiny Sea Otter That Dwells on Rocky Cliffs and Forms Lifelong Bonds
Chungungo (Marine Otter): A Tiny Sea Cat of the Coast The chungungo (Lontra felina), also known as the marine otter or sea cat, is the smallest species of otter and…
Once Extinct Locally, River Otters Thrive Again as ‘Top Predators’ in New Mexico
Conservationists in New Mexico are celebrating a major milestone: the state’s wild river otter population has tripled in the past 14 years. Once native to the region, river otters were…
Jaguarundi: The Otter-Like Wildcat with a Fascinating Language
The jaguarundi, also known scientifically as Puma yagouaroundi or Herpailurus yagouaroundi, is a fascinating small feline native to the Americas, ranging from Mexico to central Argentina. Despite its name suggesting…
Otter’s Quest: Foraging in Plymouth Sound
An otter was sighted foraging for food in Plymouth Sound. Fisherman Andy Melvin recounted that while fishing at his “regular spot” on West Hoe around 05:50 BST, he observed the…
Illinois Bill Targets Cruel Mink Farming, Ending by Jan. 1st, 2025
The Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) lauds the introduction of the Mink Facility Disease Prevention Act, a crucial step towards ending mink farming in Illinois and safeguarding public health. Proposed by…
Comedic Kangaroo Capture Claims 2023 Wildlife Photography Crown
Top Comedy Honors Go to Hilarious Kangaroo Snapshot The renowned Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards, celebrated as the premier international showcase of humor-infused photography, has reached a delightful climax. We are…
Rare Otter Sighting Sparks Questions in Nepal’s Chitwan Park After Two Decades
In a captivating turn of events, wildlife photographer Milan Tamang stumbled upon a hidden gem in Nepal’s Chitwan National Park on September 10—an elusive smooth-coated otter in the Rapti River.…