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The Giant Otter

The Giant Otter is a wildly playful creature, roaming in the rivers of South America. Measuring up to 6 feet in length, it's one of the world's largest otters! Its dense, chocolate brown fur is perfect for keeping this fun-loving mammal warm and dry. The Giant Otter is known for its webbed feet, which help it glide through the water as if it were flying, and its sharp teeth designed to catch fish, its main food supply.

Giant Otter - Animal Matchup
Giant Otter
SizeUp to 6 feet (1.8 meters) in length
WeightUp to 70 pounds (32 kilograms)
SpeedSpeed: 22 mph (35 km/hr)
Key StrengthPowerful jaws and sharp teeth
Biggest WeaknessVulnerable to attacks on land
Scientific NamePteronura brasiliensis
FamilyMustelidae
HabitatFreshwater rivers, lakes, and swamps
GeographySouth America, specifically the Amazon, Orinoco, and La Plata river systems
DietFish, crustaceans, and small mammals
Lifespan8 years - 10 years
Giant Otter - Animal Matchup

The Giant Otter

The Giant Otter is a wildly playful creature, roaming in the rivers of South America. Measuring up to 6 feet in length, it's one of the world's largest otters! Its dense, chocolate brown fur is perfect for keeping this fun-loving mammal warm and dry. The Giant Otter is known for its webbed feet, which help it glide through the water as if it were flying, and its sharp teeth designed to catch fish, its main food supply.

Fun Fact: Did you know that giant otters are super social creatures and they usually live in large, noisy family groups called romps that can include up to 20 members!

Giant Otter
SizeUp to 6 feet (1.8 meters) in length
WeightUp to 70 pounds (32 kilograms)
SpeedSpeed: 22 mph (35 km/hr)
Key StrengthPowerful jaws and sharp teeth
Biggest WeaknessVulnerable to attacks on land
Scientific NamePteronura brasiliensis
FamilyMustelidae
HabitatFreshwater rivers, lakes, and swamps
GeographySouth America, specifically the Amazon, Orinoco, and La Plata river systems
DietFish, crustaceans, and small mammals
Lifespan8 years - 10 years

Giant Otter Matchups

We use AI to simulate matchups between the Giant Otter and other animals. Our simulation considers size, strength, and natural predatory behaviors to determine the most likely outcome.

Giant Otter vs Sea Otter

Fun Fact: Listen up! The giant otter is known as the "river wolf" in its home because of its size and assertiveness.

Fun Fact: Believe it or not, when a giant otter feels threatened, it stands upright on its hind legs, hisses, and even growls to scare off predators.