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Threatened species of Lutra perspicillata

  • Threatened species of Smooth-coated otter
  • Endangered species of Indian smooth-coated otter

Nature

Habitat degradation is a threat to Lutra perspicillata.

Background

The Smooth-Coated Otter lives in a variety of Southern Asian and Middle Eastern habitats from mangroves to freshwater wetlands and large forested rivers. It requires undisturbed forest or scrub adjacent to the water for security.

Incidence

The IUCN considers Lutra perspicillata as "Vulnerable".

Broader

Reference

SDG

Sustainable Development Goal #15: Life on Land

Metadata

Database
World problems
Type
(E) Emanations of other problems
Biological classification
(S) Species
Subject
  • Birds, mammals » Carnivores
  • Societal problems » Endangered species » Endangered species
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    Language
    English
    Last update
    Dec 3, 2024