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Simple Fix to Dams Could Help River Otters Continue Rebound

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A river otter that was struck and killed by a car in Sag Harbor while crossing a road near Ligonee Brook. Suffolk County, Sag Harbor Village and the Seatuck Environmental Association are working on a remaking of the culvert under the roadway there that will allow otters to stay out of the path of cars. STEVE KOTZ

A river otter that was struck and killed by a car in Sag Harbor while crossing a road near Ligonee Brook. Suffolk County, Sag Harbor Village and the Seatuck Environmental Association are working on a remaking of the culvert under the roadway there that will allow otters to stay out of the path of cars. STEVE KOTZ

A river otter in the Long Pond Greenbelt, captured by a night vision camera. SEATUCK ENVIRONMENTAL

A river otter in the Long Pond Greenbelt, captured by a night vision camera. SEATUCK ENVIRONMENTAL

authorMichael Wright on Jun 23, 2025
Over the last 15 years, river otters have made a resounding comeback to the waters and wetlands of eastern Long Island, after being absent for nearly two centuries in the... more

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