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Lutra

Lutra

1 9.8
A group of otter species found in Europe, Asia, and Africa
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : Lutra
  • In the wetlands of Europe, the common otter, Lutra lutra, thrives along riverbanks.
  • otter Lutra

Examples

  • Indian otter Lutra perspicillata and common otter Lutra lutra

    Academic text (1993)

  • The Indian otter, known scientifically as Lutra perspicillata, is found in various freshwater habitats.

  • Indian otter Lutra perspicillata and common otter Lutra lutra

    Academic text (1993)

  • Researchers are studying the behavior of Lutra species to understand their role in ecosystems.

Compounds

Lutra canadensis
  • Specialized
8.0

A North American otter that lives in rivers and lakes and is often found in groups

Lutra lutra
  • Specialized
9.1

A type of otter that lives in rivers and streams in Europe and Asia

Surface Forms

Lutra singular
Lutras plural

Etymology

Lutra comes from the Latin word lutra meaning 'otter', and scientists use it as the genus name for these animals. So, when you see Lutra, think 'otter', a water-loving mammal found in rivers and coasts.