Friday, March 23, 2007

Otter Newsflash

Otters are making a comeback. Certainly here in East Anglia. Various factors are contributing to this success story: re-introduction schemes, provision of artificial holts, cleaner waterways, possibly too the campaign to stamp out mink.
It's not easy to see otters, but it is not difficult to find their poo, called "spraints". Check pathways under bridges and culverts, that's what the experts say.
Yes, fellow nature-watchers, this feisty mustelid is back in business.
Good news. Unless you happen to be a fish.

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