North American River Otter on the comeback in Missouri

This species of otter was near local extinction in Missouri. But since the 1980s, conservation efforts have restored the North American River Otter to much of its native habitat. The group of otters seen in this video was recorded in the Big Spring branch of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways. (Video courtesy: Park ranger Shaun Heise, National Park Service) St. Louis News: FOX 2 covers news, weather, and sports in Missouri and Illinois. Read more about this story or see the latest updates on our website Follow FOX 2 on social media: YouTube: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: TikTok: @fox2now SnapChat: