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🦦 Mammals

African clawless otter

Aonyx capensis

African clawless otter (Aonyx capensis)

Photo : Timothy Whitehead, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

KrugerLegendary
Masai MaraLegendary
Points400 and up

Africa's largest otter: its clawless front paws work like hands to catch crabs and fish.

🧠 Coming soon · Jambo Tembo's AI is still learning to recognise this species: identification arrives in an upcoming app update.

Tracker tip

🎯 Watch rivers and dams at sunrise, from bridges and viewpoints.

Where to see it

Kruger : legendary · Masai Mara : legendary

FAQ

Where can I see a african clawless otter on safari?

The african clawless otter lives in Kruger, Masai Mara. It's easiest to spot in Kruger and Masai Mara (legendary).

How do I recognise a african clawless otter?

Africa's largest otter: its clawless front paws work like hands to catch crabs and fish. Jambo Tembo's AI is still learning to recognise this species: identification arrives in an upcoming app update.

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