Meet the giant river otter, one of the Amazon’s most charismatic and powerful predators. We had this crazy sighting where we watched one catch a fish right in front of us, and just look at the way he shakes his head. My guess? He’s trying to break the bones so none get stuck in his mouth or throat. These otters are truly fascinating: • They can reach up to 1.8 meters in length, making them the longest otters in the world. • Their loud vocalizations earn them the nickname “river wolves”, and they

💙🦦 North American river otters are considered a keystone species, which means other species in the same habitat largely depend on the existence of river otters. They are a top predator and their presence also reflects the health of the ecosystem around them. Find river otters, and you will find healthy streams and rivers. 💧👋 See them at American Trail! | Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

WATCH: Three river otter kits are recovering after being rescued from a parking lot and under a bridge.They will be in rehab for 6-9 months until they are released into the wild. http://cbsn.ws/1C5svA9 Video: Clearwater Marine Aquarium | CBS Evening News