Welcome to Otters ' Temple!
A trip to the Asian world where you will meet the most charming otter on the planet, the Asian small-clawed otter (Aonyx cinereus), one of the smallest and most sociable species in the world.
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Want to find out more? Here are some interesting facts:
Otters ' Temple
Designed with inspiration from Asian architecture, Otters ' Temple combines animal welfare with an immersive visitor experience.
The smallest in the world!
They are between 65 and 94 cm long including the tail.
Skillful hands!
The Asian small-clawed otter uses its fingers with great skills to manipulate objects and catch preys such as crabs and mollusks.
Excellent communicators
They make more than 12 different sounds to communicate with each other: squeals, hisses, grunts, and more.
They live as a family
They are highly social and live in family groups led by a dominant pair. They often help each other raise their young.
Its fur is made up of two layers
The inner layer keeps them warm in cold water, and the outer layer is waterproof, keeping them dry while they swim – so they can wear a coat and a raincoat at the same time!
Freshwater lovers
They prefer freshwater habitants such as rivers, wetlands, and rice paddies, although they can also be found in coastal areas.
Playful by nature!
They love to slide on wet surfaces, play with stones, and chase each other, a key behavior for developing hunting skills and strengthening social bonds.
Vulnerable Species! Let's Act Now!
They are at high risk of moving from vulnerable to endangered in the immediate future. To prevent this from happening, we humans must act now and change our bad habits.
- They are the most sought-after species of otters for the illegal pet trade.
- Their fur is highly prized, so poaching is also a threat to them.
- Their natural habitat has been severely affected in recent years by deforestation, water pollution, and agricultural development.
We count on you!
Now that we have a deep understanding of the main threats to Asian otters, let's get to work! With small, everyday actions, we can make a difference. Let's protect and care for our planet. There's no backup plan B.
