TNPSC Thervupettagam

Smooth-coated otter in Adayar

January 15 , 2026 14 hrs 0 min 8 0
  • A rare sighting of an otter was recently recorded in the Adyar River.
  • They found in freshwater-rich areas such as rivers, wetlands, lakes, swamps, and rice paddies.
  • They are listed as Vulnerable in IUCN Red List.
  • India is home to 3 types of otters out of the 13 species of otters found worldwide.

 

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