Hairy-nosed Otter (Lutra sumatrana), also known as Hairy-nosed Otter, lives in Southeast Asia and is one of the most endangered species in the world.
Hairy-nosed Otter lives in swamp forests in inland streams or coastal areas. They are nocturnal and usually hunt alone or in groups of 2-4. They feed on fish, crabs, waterfowl, water snakes, frogs, and mice.
The hairy-nosed otter was once thought to be extinct in Malaysia, with only a few possible sightings in Vietnam and Cambodia. In July 2010, the British Daily Mail reported that the traces of the hairy-nosed otter were captured by scientists using a remote camera in a forest reserve. This discovery may prompt the government to take more efforts to protect the biodiversity of the Borneo jungle. It is understood that this photo was taken in Sabah, northern Borneo, Malaysia in the second half of 2008, but scientists need nearly two years of research to be sure that it is indeed a hairy-nosed otter. The local wildlife protection department and researchers from the Leibniz Zoo in Germany who participated in the study have reviewed the photo. It is reported that the hairy-nosed otter has not appeared in Malaysia for more than 100 years. Sabah Wildlife Department Director, Dr. Lauren Deus said: "This is a historic discovery. We all know that this species is very rare, and it is rare to be able to take this photo."
Since 2000, humans have been hunting hairy-nosed otters for their fur and meat, and destroying their habitats. The number of hairy-nosed otters has long been in danger.
The hairy-nosed otter is considered one of the most endangered species in Asia and even the world.
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