Asian Small-clawed Otter

Aonyx cinereus

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Carnivora · Mustelidae

About

The Asian small-clawed otter, also called oriental small-clawed otter and small-clawed otter, is an otter species native to South and Southeast Asia. It has short claws that do not extend beyond the pads of its webbed digits. With a total body length of 730 to 960 mm, and a maximum weight of 3.5 kg (7.7 lb), it is the smallest otter species.

Fun Fact

Asian small-clawed otters have highly sensitive fingers with reduced webbing (unlike other otters), giving them exceptional dexterity to feel for crabs and shellfish under rocks by touch alone.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Wetlands and mangroves

Diet

Piscivore

Lifespan

11-16 years

Threats

Poaching
Wetland Drainage
Water Pollution

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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