Predation
North American river otters are sometimes taken by bobcats, coyotes, birds of prey, alligators, and other large predators. They mainly escape predation through their agility in the water and on land, their vigilance, and their ability to fiercely defend themselves and their young.
Known Predators:
- bobcats (Lynx_rufus)
- coyotes (Canis_latrans)
- birds of prey (Falconiformes)
- American alligators (Alligator_mississipiensis)
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Author: Tanya Dewey, Animal Diversity Web, University of Michigan Museum of Zoology
Author: Eric J. Ellis, University of Michigan
Ellis, E. 2003. "Lontra canadensis" (On-line), Animal Diversity Web. Accessed September 16, 2012 at http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/accounts/information/Lontra_canadensis.html
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