Northern River Otter (Lontra canadensis)

Identification: A powerful semi-aquatic mammal with dense fur and streamlined body, the Northern River Otter grows to between 3 and 4 1/2 feet in length. It has brownish-black fur, long whiskers, short legs and a long, thick muscular tail which it uses to propel itself.

The three (3) photographs below were taken in Sussex County, Virginia