Lontra longicaudis
Neotropical Otter (English), Lobo de río (Spanish), Nutria (Peru)
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Tracks:
The tracks usually show 5 toes in both front and hind feet. Toes are teardrop shaped and webbing may show in softer substrates. Claws tend to show.
Similar tracks:
The Giant otter (Pteronura brasiliensis) has a significantly larger track. Other similar sized mustelid tracks may leave similar tracks.
Notes:
We need more pictures of these tracks and measurements, please contact us if you have them.
Cocha Cashu, Peru, 2001
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Cocha Cashu, Peru, 2001
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Cocha Cashu, Peru, 2001
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Bahia, Brazil, 1998
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