North American River Otter
(Lontra canadensis)
The Detroit Zoo is home to two North American river otters. Kalee came to the Zoo in 2018 after she was rescued by hikers who found her injured in Alaska. Gus joined the group in May 2021.
Quick Facts
Quick Facts
Habitat:Edward Mardigian Sr. River Otter Habitat
Class:Mammals
Conservation Status:Least concern
Size:2 to 3 feet long, with a tail that can be 1 to 1.5 feet long
Weight:10 to 30 pounds
Median life expectancy:12 years
Diet:Fish, turtles, crabs, mollusks, birds, oysters, shellfish, crayfish, frogs, rodents and insects
