The otter (Lutra lutra) is one of Ireland’s most charismatic native mammals. Dating of otter bones discovered in County Longford indicates that the species has been present in Ireland for at …

Otters are found in a variety of aquatic habitats in Ireland such as lakes, rivers, streams, estuaries, marshland, canals and along the coast. Coastal dwelling otters require access to a …

The otter is one of Ireland’s most elusive mammals, yet it’s surprisingly common and widespread. This study will map otter distribution and assess its population status. The survey is funded by …

There are 13 species of otter worldwide. The Common or Eurasian Otter (Lutra lutra) has the widest distribution and is the only species present in Northern Ireland. This booklet focuses …

The native Otter (Lutra lutra) is a slender, 'small-dog' sized mammal with long tail. Head and body together measure to 72 cms, the tail to 42 cms. Females are approximately 10% smaller than …

the otter remains threatened or rare in many others. Did you know? The Irish for otter is madra uisce or dobharcú. The scientific name for the otter is Lutra lutra. Otters mark their territories …

2012年1月25日 · Ireland is considered to have the healthiest otter population in Europe. Surveys show that otters are present in more than ninety percent of our inland waterways and coastal …

The otter is an opportunistic predator that exploits prey in proportion to its availability in the environment (Ottino & Giller, 2004). In Ireland, as throughout Europe, diet is predominantly of …

The otter (Lutra lutra ) ranges from Ireland in the west to Japan in the east and from the Arctic to North Africa (Mason, 1990). It is widespread in Ireland throughout all fresh-water and most …

Otter are a riverine species and are often present near waterways. Otter also shelter woodland close to waterways. If you are planning works near these habitats or are unsure as to whether …