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</html>";s:4:"text";s:31692:"Humans aren't on the menu. Likely, all of this "play" helps the otter to hone its skills as a skilled predator. Sea otters are considerably more aquatic and live in the ocean for most of their lives. Deceased otter spiritual dream meaning and symbolism If a dead otter appears, this can mean a break in relationships . Otters prefer to live in bodies of water that are close to land offering them wetlands or the woods close by. What's weirder are a) otters's tendencies to menace baby seals, b) the fact that male otters kill an awful lot of the female otters with whom they copulate, and c) the necrophilia. 4. Otters can be mean, and they can be kind, it depends on the individual otter’s personality. Hell, Vox.com once employed its own full-time otter enthusiast. Asian small-clawed otter: This is the only otter to have entered the pet trade. Its usual source of food is fish, and further downriver, eels, but it may sample frogs and birds. the fight against catastrophic climate change, The 12 Days of Christmas: The story behind the holiday’s most annoying carol, How voice actors are fighting to change an industry that renders them invisible, “The stakes are life and death”: Addiction treatment’s Covid-19 challenge, A bipartisan group of senators wants to pass emergency Covid-19 relief. Moreover, sea otters have in at least some cases shown a willingness to attack primates, as in the case of the above sea otters in the Bronx Zoo, which killed a monkey with whom they shared an exhibit. What is an otter? Unlike most marine mammals (such as seals or whales), sea otters do not have a layer of insulating blubber. The harbor seal moved toward the water with the sea otter following closely. In one prior report on breeding-associated mortality, a tagged territorial male sea otter held a struggling female underwater until her body became limp and then copulated repeatedly with her carcass. First, male otters sometimes hold pups ransom to force their mothers to give up some of their food. In Japanese, otters are called "kawauso" (獺、川獺). The otter symbolizes strong family bonds, adaptability, maternal instincts, playfulness, and being good natured. In addition to being hairy, “otters” are often thought of as a “masculine” type. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia The North American river otter (Lontra canadensis), also known as the northern river otter or common otter, is a semiaquatic mammal endemic to the North American continent found in and along its waterways and coasts. Humans aren't on the menu. Second, otters can give you H1N1, better known as "swine flu," as our friends at The Verge have reported. Scientists think the behavior might have something to do with a mysterious increase in otter mortality rates, one that seems to be disproportionately claiming females, leaving many males with no one to have sex with. Nope, they are horrific menaces to other species. 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This would mean that Asian otters are either legal without a permit or perhaps covered under another rule. †Tyrrhenolutra [24], The otter is held to be a clean animal belonging to Ahura Mazda in Zoroastrian belief, and taboo to kill. [31], In the Tsugaru region, Aomori Prefecture, they are said to possess humans. Otters are carnivores, eating mainly fish, crayfish, and frogs. God, I hate being called “a … [11] Some otters are experts at opening shellfish, and others will feed on available small mammals or birds. You keep hoping that. Once in the water, the sea otter gripped the harbor seal’s head with its forepaws and repeatedly bit it on the nose, causing a deep laceration. Otters can be found living on almost every continent on Earth and these mean otter facts apply to all 13 species, … Otters are carnivorous mammals in the subfamily Lutrinae. One sea otter off the coast of British Columbia apparently raped and murdered a dog. 4. But don't be fooled by the hand holding and cheek rubbing seen in pictures used for memes, posters, and throw pillows, otters are still wild animals and can be dangerous. The word otter derives from the Old English word otor or oter. They could never be mean, or self-centered, or self-driven. As top predators, sea otters are critical to maintaining the balance of nearshore ecosystems, such as kelp forests, embayments and estuaries. In China it was standard for the royalty to wear robes made from them. If you think it’s adorable, it’s probably evil. Finally, the sea otter positioned itself dorsal to the pup’s smaller body while grasping it by the head and holding it underwater in a position typical of mating sea otters. Sea otters have about 26,000 to 165,000 hairs per square centimeters of skin,[14] a rich fur for which humans hunted them almost to extinction. They are notable for their ability to use stones to break open shellfish on their stomachs. See more. They're merciless hellspawn who use their intellects for great evil. [32], In the Kashima District and the Hakui District in Ishikawa Prefecture, they are seen as a yōkai under the name kabuso or kawaso. In the British Isles, they were common as recently as the 1950s, but became rare in many areas due to the use of chlorinated hydrocarbon pesticides, habitat loss and water pollution (they remained relatively common in parts of Scotland and Ireland). Otters are considered lucky animals in many Native American cultures and the otter is a symbol of loyalty and honesty in some West Coast tribes, but in northern British Columbia and the Alaskan coast, river otters (usually called "land-otters") were associated with ghosts and drowning and were regarded by the people with awe and dread. Enhydra You cannot keep one as a pet in the US. Otters are carnivorous mammals in the subfamily Lutrinae. The Asian small-clawed otter is the smallest otter species and the giant otter and sea otter are the largest. [7][8], The feces of otters are typically identified by their distinctive aroma, the smell of which has been described as ranging from freshly mown hay to putrefied fish;[9] these are known as spraints.[10]. People love otters. Gay otters represent one of the largest swath of men within the gay classification system.With hairy features that give off a magnetic vibe, they are hard to ignore. A shorter trachea may improve air exchange and increase lung ventilation in diving mammals. I just think otters are jerks. So that aspect of otter sexuality isn't too unusual. Genus †Lutravus [34] In the Kagakushū, a dictionary from the Muromachi period, an otter that grew old becomes a kappa. The gestation period in otters is about 60 to 86 days. Well, that true. Lutrinae contains seven genuses and 12 different species, spanning every continent save Australia and Antarctica; a 13th species, the Japanese river otter, was declared extinct in 2012, like many otter species before it. In practice, otters are mostly endangered and taking them from the wild to start a domestic breeding populartion would be an immoral and destructive thing to do. There are 13 species of otters, in seven genera, according to Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS). A 2011 study found 39 anecdotal reports of river otter attacks in North America, 35 of which occurred after 1980. Otters have some interesting relatives. †Siamogale Otters are mammals of the subfamily Lutrinae, one of two subfamilies contained … The tails of otters were often made into items for men to wear. It is the symbol of grace and empathy. They grow to one meter (3 to 4 ft) in length and weigh from five to 15 kilograms (10 to 30 lb). There are numerous species of otters and they are wild animals, not pets. Likely, all of this "play" helps the otter to hone its skills as a skilled predator. Sea otters eat shellfish and other invertebrates (especially clams, abalone, and sea urchins). The Otter is a wonderful creature. However, just because an otter is spotted on the coast does not mean it’s a sea otter. Otters live near lakes or ponds and burrow in ditches, so interaction with people can occur. Because the otter food source is easier to excavate from rocky-bottom habitats, as opposed to soft-bottom habitats, more otters tend to live in waters with rocky bottoms with access to shallow-burrowing prey. This decline in populations is due to hunting to supply the demand for skins. Male otters are called dogs or boars, females are called bitches or sows, and their offspring are called pups. From their curious faces to their charming behaviors, the otters of the world have earned the title of many nature lovers’ favorite creatures. [28] In places like the Hokuriku region, Kii, and Shikoku, the otters are seen as a type of kappa. The UK Biodiversity Action Plan envisages the re-establishment of otters by 2010 in all the UK rivers and coastal areas they inhabited in 1960. It is the smallest otter species in the world, reaching a … However, otters can be aggressive when necessary. The largest otter is the giant otter… Otter’s symbolism and meaning reflects the ability to play, and to find renewed joy in your life for balancing out the more stressful or demanding times in life. The two species found in North America are river otters and sea otters, the latter of which are also found in Japan and the Pacific coast of Russia. Aonyx They even love to live in swamp and marsh areas. Most species live beside water, but river otters usually enter it only to hunt or travel, otherwise spending much of their time on land to prevent their fur becoming waterlogged. Sea otters, by contrast, nearly went extinct due to aggressive pelt hunting in the early part of the 20th century. More otters -> fewer sea urchins -> more kelp -> less global warming. In such hunts, the hunters notched their poles after every kill. One studyfound that kelp beds where sea otters are present soak up 12 times as much carbon dioxide as beds where they're not. Genus †Teruelictis The overall effect isn't that large, but every bit helps, and otters deserve some credit for chipping in. The largest otter is the giant otter. And that kind of work takes resources. When it comes to mating, male sea otters are aggressive. You've probably seen the image macros floating around Facebook, exclaiming over how they hold hands while they sleep to make sure they don't drift apart. In fact, look up any animal in the encyclopedia. Norse mythology tells of the dwarf Ótr habitually taking the form of an otter. Here's just one: A weaned harbor seal pup was resting onshore when an untagged male sea otter approached it, grasped it with its teeth and forepaws, bit it on the nose, and flipped it over. Want to help animals? This, and cognate words in other Indo-European languages, ultimately stem from the Proto-Indo-European language root *wódr̥, which also gave rise to the English word "water". (41 kilograms).The smallest otter is the Asian small-clawed otter, which grows up to 2.9 fee… When otters become a nuisance, Critter Control can safely remove the problem. Millions of people rely on Vox to understand how the policy decisions made in Washington, from health care to unemployment to housing, could impact their lives. It grows from 4.9 to 5.9 feet (1.5 to 1.8 meters) long. Otters’ dick game is getting weaker, and toxic oil waste products are to blame, according to a new study in the journal Chemosphere. To be fair, the vast majority — 77 percent — of the attacks the researchers analyzed involved North American river otters, and none appear to have involved sea otters. When a baby otter is born they are called a 'Pup' and have the fluffiest fur! [32] They are also said to shapeshift into severed heads and get caught in fishing nets. †Cyrnaonyx Gay otters are so cute! It is said that those possessed by otters lose their stamina as if their soul has been extracted. Lutrogale Penguins are really, really evil. There's power in understanding. Their historic range included shallow waters of the Bering Strait and Kamchatka, and as far south as Japan. [29], In the kaidan, essays, and legends of the Edo period like the "Urami Kanawa" (裏見寒話),[30] "Taihei Hyaku Monogatari" (太平百物語), and the "Shifu Goroku" (四不語録), there are tales about strange occurrences like otters that shapeshift into beautiful women and kill men. But the last 40 years haven't consisted of unerring progress for the sea otter. It is the longest member of the weasel family, Mustelidae, a globally successful group of predators, reaching up to 1.7 metres (5.6 ft).Atypical of mustelids, the giant otter is a social species, with family groups typically supporting three to eight members. This fur serves as a life jacket and allows them to float. In the Noto region, Ishikawa Prefecture, there are stories where they shapeshift into beautiful women or children wearing checker-patterned clothing. Help keep Vox free for all by make a contribution today. Genus †Siamogale. This traps a layer of air which keeps them dry, warm, and somewhat buoyant under water. A gay man who is very hairy all over his body, but is smaller in frame and weighs considerably less than a bear. The main otter got killed by a farm worker. [16] They frequently carry a rock in a pouch under their forearm and use this to smash open shells, making them one of the relatively small number of animals that use tools. Genus †Tyrrhenolutra †Vishnuonyx. The permit requirements for river otters … Our work is well-sourced, research-driven, and in-depth. Most species hunt for three to five hours each day and nursing mothers up to eight hours each day. I mean! †Teruelictis Here's Harris again: Copulation normally occurs in the water where the male sea otter will approach the female from behind, grip her around the chest with his forepaws, and grasp her nose or the side of her face with his teeth.…Facial biting by the male commonly results in the development of skin and soft tissue lacerations of the female's nose and face that can occasionally be fatal.The problem is worse for females, of course, but younger males often mimic mating behavior with each other, which can cause similar injuries. In Japanese folklore, they fool humans in the same way as foxes (kitsune) and tanuki. They come in many sizes. Even some types of mittens for children have been made from the fur of otters. In Alaska's Aleutian Islands, the species has seen a marked decline since the 1980s. [25], In popular Korean mythology, it is told that people who see an otter (soodal) will attract 'rain clouds' for the rest of their lives. Most have sharp claws on their feet and all except the sea otter have long, muscular tails. Otter Totem. People that were financially high in status also wore them. This skill must be learned by the young.[12]. It is lined with moss and grass. These included hats and belts. No, the only time otters are mean is to defend its self or babies.That's sweet. Otter Totem. Sea Otters signify exhilaration and cordiality in life. In some Native American cultures, otters are considered totem animals. Approximately that brutal. European otters must eat 15% of their body weight each day, and sea otters 20 to 25%, depending on the temperature. It’s without a doubt that otters are some of the most adorable mammals to ever grace the planet. Genus †Algarolutra 4. River otters are not currently threatened, and are pervasive in Canada and the Pacific, Atlantic, and Gulf of Mexico coastal areas in the US. As explained by the National Wildlife Foundation's Robyn Carmichael, sea otters frequently eat sea urchins, which in turn are known for eating massive amounts of kelp, which is very good at taking in carbon dioxide during photosynthesis. They have very soft, insulated underfur, which is protected by an outer layer of long guard hairs. They gather branches, smaller trees and rocks to build a dam or a nest for themselves and their young. Among fluffy kittens and big eyed puppies, one of Earth's cutest animals is often said to be the cuddly little otter. Giant otter: Native to South America, these otters are very large, quite noisy, and actually very social. newsletter. How to succeed in hyperpolarized politics: run a blitz. With their sweet appearance and playful nature, it may seem impossible that otters are dangerous. They are able to stay well hidden in these types of environments which makes them less like to fall victim to a variety of predators on land. Sea otters are a keystone species, meaning their role in their environment has a greater effect than other species. They juggle rocks. Early hunting methods included darts, arrows, nets and snares but later, traps were set on land and guns used. Lutra Sea otters are mainly native to the northeastern seaboards of the Pacific Ocean, so they aren’t spotted in areas like the East Coast or the Gulf of Mexico. As the sea otter thrust his pelvis, his penis was extruded and intromission was observed. The male forced the pup under water as if trying to drown it. [20], For many generations, fishermen in southern Bangladesh have bred smooth-coated otters and used them to chase fish into their nets. There has been a long history of otter pelts being worn around the world. I’m sure many of you have seen pictures on the internet of sea otters holding hands, causing everyone to freak out about how adorable these little guys are. Firstly that they can and will unpredictably bite you, and secondly, it is not an advasntage for them to stop being wary and afraid of humans. Otters are part of the Mustelidae family, which is a family of … They are not "wonderful animals," as Ms. Deschanel would have you believe. Rape — or, as biologists usually call it, "forced copulation" — is a disturbing fact of life in the animal kingdom. While the governments of the US, Canada, Japan, and Russia signed a treaty banning the hunting of sea otters, it took the Endangered Species Act — under which sea otters gained protection in 1977 — for a recovery to begin in earnest. Sea otters murder even when it doesn't provide them with food or offspring, like straight-up sociopathic spree killers. [17], Otters have also been hunted using dogs, specifically the otterhound. Lutrinae is a branch of the Mustelidae family, which also includes weasels, badgers, mink, and wolverines, among other animals. In theory, yes. Is the pandemic making people more generous — or more selfish. The pup lives with its family for approximately one year. Four different species of otter live in Central or South America, another three in South and Southeast Asia, two in sub-Saharan Africa, and one in Europe. The prized trophy that hunters would take from the otters was the penis bone, which would be worn as a tie-pin. This gregarious animal grows to a length of up to 1.8 m (5.9 ft), and is more aquatic than most other otters. [citation needed], In the Buddhist Jataka tales, The Otters and The Wolf, two otters agreed to let a fox settle their dispute in dividing their caught fish but it was taken away by the cunning fox. [26]. Asian small-clawed otter: This is the only otter to have entered the pet trade. Otters have been hunted for their pelts from at least the 1700s, although it may have begun well before then. although it is the female who raises the offspring almost completely alone. Pteronura Sign up for the In some areas, this is a protected species, and some places have otter sanctuaries that help sick and injured otters to recover. The mean tracheal length of the North American river otter is 15.3 cm (6.0 in), or 23.2% of the body length. Most mustelids, including otters, have specialized teeth, including sharp canines and carnassials that inflict lethal bites to prey. The holt is built under tree roots or a rocky cairn, more common in Scotland. [15] Otter populations are affected by the density of prey they hunt. Genus †Enhydriodon For the record, I'm not actually against attempts to save sea otters as a species. They are usually on the ground when they are gathering branches and cutting smaller trees, so that they can build a dam. After one month, the pup can leave the holt and after two months, it is able to swim. The otter's table manners are "terrible," at least through our human eyes. [15] As with other species of otter, they rely on a layer of air trapped in their fur, which they keep topped up by blowing into the fur from their mouths. [30], This article is about the animal. Why you can see Wonder Woman 1984 at home on Christmas Day. When the female surfaced, the male stole her food (a clam), after which the female and pup quickly departed.The human equivalent of this is probably going to a grocery store parking lot, finding a woman coming out with a small child, and holding a gun to the kid's head until the mom gives you some of her food. Theories for what's behind the drop range widely, but the US Fish and Wildlife Survey's recovery plan for the species highlights predation, in particular from killer whales, as the most important factor behind the decline. 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