American Black Bear Vs. North American River Otter

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Both creatures possess unique skills to survive and thrive in their unique environments.

Lontra canadensis

Ursus americanus

Streams, rivers, lakes, ponds and marshes

Throughout Pacific Northwest's forests and mountains

12 years, with some surviving longer

18 years

Fish, crayfish, crabs, frogs, birds' eggs, birds and reptiles such as turtles

Omnivorous, will eat just about anything they get their paws on

Up to 6 meters (20 feet) in length

Up to 1 meter (3.3 feet) in length

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