PolicyThursday, April 9, 2026Mongabay
Giant otters, river sentinels, now listed as threatened migratory species
The giant river otter has been officially classified as a threatened migratory species by delegates at the United Nations Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species (CMS), highlighting its vulnerable status and the need for increased conservation efforts. This decision underscores the importance of protecting both the species and its river ecosystems.




