European Otter vs Sea Otter
Two species side by side. The larger value in each row is highlighted.
Size
European Otter
0.7 m
Human
1.75 m
Sea Otter
1.5 m
| European Otter | Sea Otter | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 6–14 kg | 14–45 kg |
| Length | 55–70 cm | 1–1.5 m |
| Top Speed | 12 km/h | 9 km/h |
| Lifespan | 5–12 yrs | 10–23 yrs |
| Gestation | 63 days | 180 days |
| Offspring | 1–4 | 1–1 |
| Diet | Carnivore | Carnivore |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Endangered |
| Activity Pattern | Crepuscular | Diurnal |
| Migration | Resident | Sedentary |
| Habitat | River, Lake, coastal, Wetland | Coast, Ocean |
| Regions | Europe | Asia, North America |
| Family | Mustelidae | Mustelidae |
| Order | Carnivora | Carnivora |