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Detroit Zoo Announces Birth of Three North American River Otter Pups

Off-exhibit care and close monitoring will precede a planned summer debut.

Overview

  • The Detroit Zoo said three river otter pups were born to adult otters Kalee and Gus.
  • Zoo staff report the pups are healthy and are staying behind the scenes with their mother for close care.
  • The pups have already doubled their weight in the first week, which the zoo calls a key milestone.
  • Father Gus is temporarily separate and can be seen at the Edward Mardigian Sr. River Otter Habitat near the entrance.
  • The zoo expects a public debut this summer and plans to share updates on social media.