Romping the Refuge

There is significant North American River Otter (Lontra canadensis) action on Pea island National Wildlife Refuge. They're running, resting and nesting. They do it all and are seemingly having a ball. The refuge also offers otters many of their favorite foods, some of which are fish, crabs and a variety of amphibians.

Brown otter stands in grass looking around
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An otter lying on grasses
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Brown & tan otter lying in brown grass
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Mammals
Wildlife
Wildlife refuges
Wildlife viewing

Recreational Activities

Wildlife watching
Photography

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Facilities

Coastal North Carolina National Wildlife Refuges Gateway Visitor Center
Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge

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