After being AWOL all winter we had an otter sighting the other day.
There were actually three of them, but we only caught two on camera. Catching a glimpse of these guys frolicking in the creek makes my day. For one, they are a bit elusive. They don’t linger like the ducks do, but they make more of an impact leaving great waves in their wake as they make their way through the water. Occasionally, they’ll detour to one side or the other to investigate something that has caught their interest.
And occasionally, they’ll wrestle with each other, making turns and swirls in the water. Unlike the other wildlife around here that seems intent on hunting, gathering food or building nests, these guys seem to enjoy having fun from time to time.
They are curious, as evidenced by this guy who paused on his swim down the creek to mug for the camera.
Great pictures! Have you named them yet? If not, you OTTER!!
Wow, otters in the desert… Great photos. Keep up the good work.
We all need that free play time! Good for the otters. Way to de-stress. Wonder where they winter?
Awesome photos!! Thanks so much, this makes my day!
Thank you so much for posting these! We are really enjoying them from urban Istanbul. You could not get two communities farther apart in every conceivable way. This brings us a lot of joy imagining you there. Much love from Uncle Mac and Lisa.