28/05/2026
🦦 Happy World Otter Day! 🦦
Did you know Woburn is home to a wonderful group of Asian short-clawed otters? These semi-aquatic otters love to swim, forage for food, and snuggle together as a close-knit family unit. Known for being incredibly social and intelligent, they’re always entertaining to watch - whether they’re interacting with enrichment, splashing around in the water, searching for food rewards, or simply relaxing together. ♥️
Sadly, Asian short-clawed otters are officially listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Their populations are declining due to rapid habitat destruction, water pollution, illegal poaching, and the exotic pet trade.
That’s why days like World Otter Day are so important, helping to raise awareness and support conservation efforts to protect this amazing species for the future! ✨