🌿Native Nature

African Clawless Otter

Lutra capensis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Carnivora ›Family: Mustelidae ›Genus: Lutra

About

The African clawless otter (Aonyx capensis), also known as the Cape clawless otter or groot otter, is the second-largest freshwater otter species. It inhabits permanent water bodies in savannah and lowland forest areas through most of sub-Saharan Africa. It is characterised by partly webbed and clawless feet, from which their name is derived. The word 'aonyx' means clawless, derived from the prefix a- ("without") and onyx ("claw/hoof").

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of African Clawless Otter?
The scientific name of African Clawless Otter is Lutra capensis.
What is the conservation status of African Clawless Otter?
The African Clawless Otter has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
What kingdom does African Clawless Otter belong to?
African Clawless Otter belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does African Clawless Otter belong to?
African Clawless Otter belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does African Clawless Otter belong to?
African Clawless Otter belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does African Clawless Otter belong to?
African Clawless Otter belongs to the order Carnivora.
What family does African Clawless Otter belong to?
African Clawless Otter belongs to the family Mustelidae.
What genus does African Clawless Otter belong to?
African Clawless Otter belongs to the genus Lutra.