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Otter Diet in UK Freshwater Habitats: What Droppings Reveal

Otter Diet in UK Freshwater Habitats: What Droppings Reveal

October 06, 2026 Research

Otter spraints preserve fish bones, scales, otoliths and feathers that reveal what UK freshwater otters eat. Here is how the...

Using Camera Traps to Study Urban Otters: A Research Guide

Using Camera Traps to Study Urban Otters: A Research Guide

September 25, 2026 Research

From choosing no-glow trail cameras to siting them on culvert ledges, a practical guide to gathering reliable evidence about...

Common Mistakes in Otter Surveys: Avoiding False Signs and Disturbance

Common Mistakes in Otter Surveys: Avoiding False Signs and Disturbance

September 19, 2026 Research

A practical guide to the most common mistakes in otter field surveys, from misread signs to avoidable disturbance, and how to...