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Celebrating The Return Of The Otter

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The otter is back! After being hunted to near extinction, the otter is making a comeback in many parts of the world. This book celebrates the return of the otter and tells the story of how this amazing animal is bouncing back from the brink of extinction.

Ripples on the River: Celebrating the Return of the Otter

by Anna Levin

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	217 pages

Otters are playful, curious, and intelligent animals. They are also apex predators, meaning they are at the top of their food chain. Otters play an important role in the ecosystem by helping to control populations of fish, amphibians, and other small animals.

In the early 20th century, otters were hunted to near extinction for their fur. By the 1970s, otters were gone from many parts of Europe and North America. However, thanks to conservation efforts, otters are now making a comeback.

One of the most successful otter conservation programs is the re of otters to Ireland. In the early 1970s, there were no otters left in Ireland. However, thanks to a re program, there are now over 1,000 otters living in Ireland.

The return of the otter is a success story for wildlife conservation. It shows that even animals that have been hunted to near extinction can be brought back from the brink. The otter is a reminder that we can make a difference for wildlife and that our actions can have a positive impact on the planet.

The Otter's Story

The otter is a member of the weasel family. It is a semi-aquatic animal that lives in rivers, lakes, and wetlands. Otters are carnivores and their diet consists mainly of fish, amphibians, and small mammals.

Otters are very social animals and they live in family groups called spraints. Spraints typically consist of a male and female otter and their young. Otters are very playful animals and they love to swim, dive, and slide on their bellies.

Otters are also very intelligent animals. They are able to learn new things quickly and they are very good at problem solving. Otters are also very adaptable animals and they can live in a variety of habitats.

The Otter's Comeback

The otter is making a comeback in many parts of the world. This is thanks to conservation efforts such as habitat protection, re programs, and anti-pollution measures.

How You Can Help

There are a number of things you can do to help otters and other wildlife. Here are a few tips:

Reduce your pollution. Otters are very sensitive to pollution and even small amounts of pollution can harm them. You can reduce your pollution by driving less, using less energy, and recycling more.
Support conservation organizations. There are a number of conservation organizations that are working to protect otters and other wildlife. You can support these organizations by donating money, volunteering your time, or spreading the word about their work.
Be a responsible pet owner. If you have a pet, make sure that you keep it on a leash when you are near water. Dogs can chase and kill otters, so it is important to keep your dog under control.

By taking these simple steps, you can help to ensure that otters and other wildlife continue to thrive for generations to come.

Ripples on the River: Celebrating the Return of the Otter

by Anna Levin

4.7 out of 5