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River Otter

1. I can swim but I can't fly.
2. I have dense fur that keeps me warm.
3. I eat animals, including fish, crustaceans, amphibians, snakes, and water insects.
4. I have a streamlined body and short legs with webbed feet.
5. I can hold my breath for up to 8 minutes while under water.
6. My relatives are weasels, mink, badgers and wolverines.

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