Otter spotted for first time in 100 years in New York City’s Bronx River
Summary
A North American river otter was seen in New York City’s Bronx River for the first time in over 100 years. This shows that the river’s water quality and natural habitat are improving after many years of pollution.Key Facts
- The otter was caught on a motion-activated camera in June by a scientist at the Bronx Zoo.
- River otters disappeared from the Bronx River due to pollution, habitat loss, and trapping.
- The Bronx River was heavily polluted in the 19th and 20th centuries by factories, slaughterhouses, and garbage dumping.
- Laws like the Clean Water Act and conservation efforts have improved the river’s health.
- Beavers returned to the Bronx River in 2007 after more than 200 years.
- River otters need clean water and lots of fish to live.
- The return of the otter suggests the river is recovering well.
- River otters can grow up to 5 feet long and are good hunters; they can make loud screams when scared.
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