ArticleEcology and evolution2026
Habitat and Anthropogenic Determinants of Otter Presence in the Karnali River, Western Nepal.
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Freshwater ecosystems support global biodiversity but face mounting anthropogenic threats. Otters (Carnivora: Mustelidae: Lutrinae) are semi-aquatic apex predators that are vital for maintaining ecosystem balance, yet they are undergoing widespread global declines. This study assessed otter habitat use and conservation threats along the Western Bend of the Karnali River in western Nepal. From 102 transects (100 m long, 10 m wide) surveyed (October-December 2024), otters were detected at 35 sites based on direct and indirect evidence. Model-averaged logistic regression identified six significant predictors of occurrence: negative associations with house density (OR = 0.001,
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