Which Otters Are Endangered?

Under the ESA, the neotropical, southern, marine, giant, and Congo clawless otters are listed as "endangered" (species faces a very high risk of extinction). The California sea otter is listed as "threatened" (species faces a high risk of extinction).

What type of otters are endangered?

Several of the species though are listed as vulnerable and endangered. They include the Southern River Otter, Hairy Nosed Otter, Giant Otter, and the India Smooth Coated Otter. In the United States Otters are protected under the Endangered Species Act.

Are sea otters endangered 2021?

All sea otters are protected under the Marine Mammal Protection Act, and those in California and Southwest Alaska are listed as threatened under the federal Endangered Species Act. ... In addition to providing critical ecosystem services, sea otters have a long, deep connection with indigenous tribes in the area.