Southern River Otter

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Carnivora (สัตว์กินเนื้อ)

Family

Mustelidae (Weasels & Otters)

Genus

Lontra

Species

Lontra provocax (Southern River Otter)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Huillín

French Loutre du Chili

Similar Species in Lontra

Canadian Otter

Lontra canadensis

Least Concern

Neotropical otter

Lontra longicaudis

Data Deficient

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marine otter

Lontra felina

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Southern River Otter?

The scientific name of Southern River Otter is Lontra provocax. It belongs to the genus Lontra.

What is the conservation status of Southern River Otter?

Southern River Otter (Lontra provocax) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Southern River Otter belong to?

Southern River Otter (Lontra provocax) belongs to the genus Lontra, which is part of the taxonomic family Mustelidae.

Is Southern River Otter endangered?

Yes, Southern River Otter (Lontra provocax) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Southern River Otter belong to?

Southern River Otter (Lontra provocax) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Southern River Otter?

The closest relatives of Southern River Otter in the genus Lontra include Canadian Otter, Neotropical otter, marine otter.