Meet the World's Tiniest Otters! 🦦 | Asian Small-Clawed Otters Explained

Описание: In this episode of Animals with Nianne, I take you into the world of the Asian small-clawed otter—the smallest otter species in the world! These playful, family-loving animals are full of personality and charm, but sadly, they’re also facing serious threats in the wild. From habitat loss to the illegal pet trade, I’ll share what’s happening and why it matters—alongside all the otter facts you didn’t know you needed.

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WPSI: https://www.wpsi-india.org/wpsi/index...
WWF: https://www.wwf.nl
OSG: https://www.otterspecialistgroup.org/...
Wetlands South Asia: https://south-asia.wetlands.org
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