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Newfoundland park isn’t sure what to do about aggressive otter named Tallulah
Provincial staff are weighing next steps after emails said the hand-raised otter bit caretakers, escaped an enclosure and prompted rehoming efforts.
- On Friday, Newfoundland officials confirmed that Tallulah, a nine-year-old river otter at Salmonier Nature Park, remains alive and contained. Documents released recently revealed the park previously considered euthanizing the animal following behavioral incidents.
- Following an attempted transfer, Tallulah escaped a live trap, bit a caretaker, and tore a staff member's boot during retrieval. Staff described the holding area as 'Alcatraz' due to security flaws.
- Park staff attempted to re-home Tallulah at the Toronto Zoo and Two Rivers Wildlife Park, but both facilities declined. A handler who raised her stated, 'She has never been aggressive toward me or, to my knowledge, toward most of the people who have cared for her.'
- The provincial Department of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands maintains Tallulah in a secure area under constant observation. Officials are working with veterinarians to determine the best long-term course of action.
- Concerns that the enclosure might not be '100 per cent escape proof' initially prompted euthanasia discussions. Management continues reviewing strategies for animals native to the Avalon Peninsula.
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Newfoundland park isn't sure what to do about aggressive otter named Tallulah
ST. JOHN'S - An ornery otter that tore a hole in a Newfoundland park official's boot has escaped euthanasia, but the provincial government says staff are still trying to figure out what to do with the animal.
·Winnipeg, Canada
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Tallulah's tale: Salmonier Nature Park otter faces uncertain future after attack, escape from 'Alcatraz'
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador can't say yet, or won't say, if a river otter being kept at Salmonier Nature Park will be euthanized, after complaints of insecure enclosures and aggressive behaviour.
·Ottawa, Canada
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