International Otter Survival Fund

31/10/2026

🦦 Have you spotted an otter? We want to hear about it!

Every otter sighting matters! 💚

Did you know that otters are important indicators of the health of our environment? They are highly sensitive to pollution, habitat destruction and disturbance, making every sighting valuable to understanding the health of our rivers, waterways and natural habitats.

Through Otter Watch, the International Otter Survival Fund (IOSF) is working to monitor otter populations across the UK and understand more about their health, distribution and conservation.

🐾 Whether you've spotted an otter alive or found one that has sadly died, your information can make a real difference.

📍 Help us build a clearer picture of how otters are doing by reporting your sighting. We share our reports with local biological recording groups in the areas where otters are seen or found, building a valuable network of information that helps us better understand otter populations and their distribution.

Seen an otter? Don't keep it to yourself – report it!

👉 Find out more and report your sighting here: https://www.otter.org/our-work-report-a-sighting

Together, we can help protect otters and the environments they depend on.

30/10/2026

As the days get colder and the cosy season begins, there’s nothing better than a warming drink to take with you on the go. 🔥

Meet our IOSF Bamboo EcoSip Cup — the perfect companion for chilly morning walks, frosty commutes and adventures outdoors! ❄

Made with a bamboo composite exterior and high-quality stainless steel, this stylish reusable cup holds up to 400ml of your favourite hot or cold drink. It also features a handy hinged lid to help prevent spills, making it ideal for life on the go.

By choosing a reusable cup, you can help reduce single-use waste while showing your support for otters and their conservation.

Make your next cuppa a little more otterly wonderful! 🦦

Available now from the IOSF Otter Shop for £16!

28/10/2026

Just one month left to nominate an otter conservationist, enthusiast, artist or photographer for an IOSF Otter Oscars 2026! Read more 🦦 - https://mailchi.mp/otter.org/oscarsreminder

25/10/2026

🦦💚 LOVE OTTERS? HELP PROTECT THEM! 💚🦦

Every otter deserves a future, and your kindness can help make a difference! 🌍💚

The International Otter Survival Fund (IOSF) works around the world to protect and conserve otters, from caring for orphaned and injured otters to supporting vital research, education and conservation projects.✨

Whether you can give a little or a lot, your donation helps support IOSF’s important work to give otters a brighter future. Every contribution is a wonderful way to show these incredible animals some love. 💚

🦦 Ready to make a difference? Donate today through the IOSF Otter Shop and help us protect otters around the world!

👉 https://ottershop.co.uk/products/donate-to-iosf

Thank you for being part of Team Otter! 💚

Do you love otters? Want to help them? Then, please donate a little or a lot and help IOSF in it's work to protect and conserve otters. Every penny counts... Thank you! Use the quantity selection to make up your donation e.g. £3 x 10 = £30 Click on "Add a note to your order" at cart to leave us a ...

24/10/2026

🦦💚 GET OTTERLY INSPIRED! 💚🦦

Looking for something a little different? Dive into the delightful Catherine Redgate Collection at the IOSF Otter Shop! 🛍️✨

Packed with playful otter illustrations, charming designs and everyday essentials, this lovely collection is guaranteed to bring a little wildlife magic to your day! 🌿

🎨 What will catch your eye?

🍳 Kitchen favourites – make cooking more fun with otter-print aprons and double oven gloves.

👜 Everyday essentials – add a splash of otter charm to your day with toiletry and make-up bags.

♻️ Accessories with a twist – discover versatile neckwear made from recycled fibres, plus handy lens and screen cloths.

🎀 Creative little extras – get crafty with illustrated washi tape or show your otter love with a charming wooden badge!

💚 Designed in Scotland and produced in the UK unless otherwise stated, these delightful goodies make wonderful treats for yourself or thoughtful gifts for the wildlife lover in your life.

Love otters? Love a little shopping with purpose? 🦦

Explore the Catherine Redgate Collection and bring some otter-inspired joy into your everyday life! 🛒 Discover the collection at the IOSF Otter Shop today - https://ottershop.co.uk/products/otter-design-products-catherine-redgate

23/10/2026

Our 2025 Winners:

🤩Young Person - Gethyn Ramage (13) - Scotland
For great community work including hosting presentations about otters, and the threats they face, to multiple groups.

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💚 Community Achievement - Ferdi Andeska - Berang-Berang, Indonesia
For his brilliant work in Indonesian fishing communities mitigating human/otter conflict.

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👥 Group or Organisation - ShareSavvy - England
For highlighting the issues social media creates for the future of otters, with the pet trade being glamourised for clicks and views. This is a particularly important topic in modern times, due to the reality involving large amounts of animal cruelty and neglect.

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🖊 Research - Louise Wilson and Rex - Conservation K9 Consultancy
For their human/canine collaborative work, with Louise utilising the skills of highly trained detection dog, Rex, in otter conservation research.

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🌟 Special Award - Gonzalo Medina Vogel - One Health Institute, Andrés Bello University
For his outstanding career of more than 40 years devoted to otter conservation in Chile. He has been a pioneer in the study of the Southern river otter (Lontra provocax) and the Marine otter (Lontra felina).

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📸Photography/Artwork - Linda Wilinski - Florida, USA
Linda has been very vocal about promoting ethical photography practices around wildlife, and her stunning photos always show that you do not need to be within touching distance to get the perfect shot. This one of a family of North American River Otters relaxing is proof!

🔗Nominate a well-deserving recipient for 2026, including yourself, by clicking the following link! 🔗
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd_tGzBnhUlyNdeZQz6FOOatLLWdJKKpLNokC1q9tCllrncAw/viewform

22/10/2026

Our 2026 Impact Report is now LIVE! 🦦

View it Here! https://mailchi.mp/otter.org/ir2026

21/10/2026

19/10/2026

🦦 Celebrate World Otter Day with IOSF in 2027! 🦦

Show some love for our playful, charismatic otters and help spread the word about the importance of protecting them and their habitats! 🌊🐾

Check out our World Otter Day collection and find something special for the otter lover in your life. Every opportunity to raise awareness helps shine a spotlight on these amazing animals and the conservation work needed to protect them. 💚

🛍️ Explore the collection here: https://iosfmerch.teemill.com/collection/worldotterday/

Let’s make a splash for otters! 🌍🦦