ARIEL SHOTS OF ANGEL FALLS
Angel Falls, Venezuela
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Common name
Species name
Pteronura brasiliensis
ARKive fact
The giant otter, known locally as the 'river wolf', is one of South America's top predators and is the largest of the otter species in terms of length, with males reaching up to 1.8 metres in length.
Conservation status
Endangered
Distribution
Endemic to South America, although absent from Argentina, Uruguay and Chile, the giant otter can be found in Canaima National Park, Venezuela along with its most famous attraction, Angel Falls.
Habitat
Found in slow-moving rivers, lakes and swamps, preferring gently sloped riverbanks and secluded areas with overhanging vegetation.
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