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More information about the Eurasian Otter can be found on the UK Wild Otter Trust.
What We are Doing for Otters
We are now looking to undertake more detailed surveys and are focusing on a few specific projects. These include:
Community Otter Survey of the River Catchment
We're teaming up with Cardiff University's Otter Project, led by Dr. Eleanor Kean, along with local community volunteers to study otters in the area. The survey will focus on:
Identifying otter presence
Mapping common sprainting (marking) sites
Possible DNA analysis of spraint (otter poo!)
Detailed Otter Breeding Site Survey
We are working with local expert Rob Parry to identify potential otter breeding sites and enhance them through practical conservation efforts including:
Installing artificial otter holts
Adding protective fencing
Planting trees for habitat support
Detailed Survey of Bridges and Crossing Points
We're working with volunteers and consultants to survey bridges and river crossing points using a network of wildlife cameras.
Once we gather the data, we plan to carry out habitat improvements at key sites to make these areas safer and more accessible for wildlife.
Why are Otters Important?
The European otter (Lutra lutra) is widely recognised as an emblem for nature conservation in the UK because it is a top predator and an important biological indicator of the health of our rivers and wetlands. Monitoring the status of the otter therefore gives us a valuable measure of the state of our water and wetland ecosystems.
Interested in getting involved? We are looking for volunteers to help record Otter sightings throughout the Vale of Glamorgan!
More information about the Eurasian Otter can be found on the UK Wild Otter Trust.
What We are Doing for Otters
We are now looking to undertake more detailed surveys and are focusing on a few specific projects. These include:
Community Otter Survey of the River Catchment
We're teaming up with Cardiff University's Otter Project, led by Dr. Eleanor Kean, along with local community volunteers to study otters in the area. The survey will focus on:
Identifying otter presence
Mapping common sprainting (marking) sites
Possible DNA analysis of spraint (otter poo!)
Detailed Otter Breeding Site Survey
We are working with local expert Rob Parry to identify potential otter breeding sites and enhance them through practical conservation efforts including:
Installing artificial otter holts
Adding protective fencing
Planting trees for habitat support
Detailed Survey of Bridges and Crossing Points
We're working with volunteers and consultants to survey bridges and river crossing points using a network of wildlife cameras.
Once we gather the data, we plan to carry out habitat improvements at key sites to make these areas safer and more accessible for wildlife.
Why are Otters Important?
The European otter (Lutra lutra) is widely recognised as an emblem for nature conservation in the UK because it is a top predator and an important biological indicator of the health of our rivers and wetlands. Monitoring the status of the otter therefore gives us a valuable measure of the state of our water and wetland ecosystems.
Interested in getting involved? We are looking for volunteers to help record Otter sightings throughout the Vale of Glamorgan!
More information about the Eurasian Otter can be found on the UK Wild Otter Trust.
