I’ve seen and photographed giant river otters in a few countries in South America, but I definitely had my best opportunities in Brazil. This image of a mother with her pup (and an unfortunate fish) was taken in Brazil’s Pantanal region. Nikon D300 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 270mm) ISO 800, f/4 at 1320th of a second.
Great capture, Sean! We have otters in No CA, but not the giant variety. You were so lucky to get the golden opportunity to photograph a mom & her wee one.
Thanks Sue. Yes, I was lucky to see lots of babies on this particular trip to Brazil. And they were far less concerned with my presence than a few other places I saw them where they were quite skittish..
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I’ve seen and photographed giant river otters in a few countries in South America, but I definitely had my best opportunities in Brazil. This image of a mother with her pup (and an unfortunate fish) was taken in Brazil’s Pantanal region. Nikon D300 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 270mm) ISO 800, f/4 at 1320th of a second.
That’s one mean looking baby Otter great shot!
They can be quite intimidating, growing to almost six feet in length. With razor sharp teeth.
Great capture, Sean! We have otters in No CA, but not the giant variety. You were so lucky to get the golden opportunity to photograph a mom & her wee one.
Thanks Sue. Yes, I was lucky to see lots of babies on this particular trip to Brazil. And they were far less concerned with my presence than a few other places I saw them where they were quite skittish..