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The marine otter (Lontra felina) is a rare and relatively unknown South American mammal of the weasel family (Mustelidae). The scientific name means "feline otter", and in Spanish, the marine otter is also often referred to as gato marino: "marine cat". The marine otter (while spending much of its time … See more
The marine otter is one of the smallest otters and the smallest marine mammal, measuring 87 to 115 cm (34 to 45 in) from the nose to the tip of the tail and weighs 3 to 5 kg (6.6 to 11.0 lb). The tail measures 30 to 36 cm (12 to … See more
Rocky intertidal zones with natural crevices are ideal for marine otter dens and feeding areas. Because most of their time is spent hidden in caves, their behavior is difficult to observe.
Marine otters actively avoid humans. In response to human … See moreMarine otters are rare and are protected under Peruvian, Chilean, and Argentine law. In the past, they were extensively hunted both for their … See more
Marine otters are found in littoral areas of southwestern South America, close to shore and in the intertidal areas of northern Peru (from … See more
Human activity on coastlines poses disturbance to marine otters. Humans introduce domestic animals which may also disturb their dens. Humans, as well as domesticated … See more
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WEBLutra felina (Molina, 1782). Accessed at: https://www.marinespecies.org/aphia.php?p=taxdetails&id=477316 on 2024-06-04
Feeding ecology of the marine otter (Lutra felina) in a rocky …
WEBAug 26, 2006 · Lontra felina lives along the Pacific Ocean from 61S (Peru´) to 561S near Cape Horn, Chile and Isla de los Estados, Argentina, inhabiting the rocky seashores …
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The marine otter Lontra felina (Molina, 1782): A review of
WEB76 J. Valqui / Mammalian Biology 77 (2012) 75–83 Fig. 1. The marine otter Lontra felina ©www.kevinschafer.com. Distribution and abundance The marine otter L. felina was …
Assessment by: Valqui, J. & Rheingantz, M.L. - IUCN Red List
WEB• Lutra felina Molina, 1782 Common Name(s): • English: Marine Otter, Sea Cat • French: Chungungo, Loutre de mer • Spanish; Castilian: Chichimen, Chinchimen, Chingungo, …
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WEBNov 16, 2019 · The marine otter Lontra felina is an endangered and little known species living in a fragmented habitat: the coast of Peru and Chile. The smallest marine …
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WEBJan 1, 2018 · Early lutrine phylogenies were based on the morphology of fossil and extant species yielding 3 clades: the fish-eaters ( Lutra, Lontra, and Pteronura ), crabeaters ( …
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