Otter
Otter (Lutra Lutra) in seaweed, Ardnamurchan. (© Michael Durham/Minden Pictures)
Otters bounce back
This coastal otter hiding in the seaweed is one of a thriving population along Scotland’s west coast. These streamlined aquatic hunters can live in fresh or sea water as well as land. With few natural enemies, their biggest threat these days is roads and discarded netting and while Scotland is the UK’s otter stronghold, they can also be found throughout England and Wales.
© Michael Durham/Minden Pictures