North American River Otter Pups Swim for the First Time

This YouTube video was produced by the Calgary Zoo.

Ready for a pawsome pupdate? Our North American river otters are learning to swim!

Last week, mom ‘Kate’ took her two pups for their first swim. While they were a little reluctant to get in the water at first, they soon proved to be otterly excellent swimmers!

Stop by the Brawn Family Foundation River Lodge to see them in action!

Founded in 1929, the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is Canada’s most visited zoo and a cherished family destination for locals and visitors alike. Situated on 125 acres in the heart of Calgary, Alberta, we are a leading international authority in wildlife conservation, committed to fighting the extinction of plants and animals across the globe. 

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