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Warren, PA
64.8°F
Wind: 5.6 mph
Daylight
Sunrise 6:37 AM
Sunset 7:56 PM
Dam Outflow
12,700 CFS
Falling
Gage Height
11.90 FT
USGS 03012550

River Otter

Furbearer | Season: CLOSED
River Otter

Field Reference: River Otter

Appearance & Identification

Large, streamlined aquatic body with dense brown fur, webbed feet, and a thick tail.

Preferred Habitat

Clean, fast-moving mountain runs and the Allegheny River.

Seasonal Behavior

Season (WMU 2F): Feb 14 - Feb 21, 2026. Limit: 1 per year with permit. Harvest must be reported within 48 hours.

Recommended Tactics

Regional Trapping Sets for River Otter: Targeted at "Crossovers" or slides. Large 330 body-grips are required. Note the limited Feb season in WMU 2F. [Learn Otter & Beaver Sets here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_gg-sE3Nsk)

Field Notes & Facts

Once rare, otters have successfully been reintroduced to the Allegheny River system and are now a stable part of the local ecosystem.

Regional Trapping Sets for River Otter

Bottom Edge Set View Technical Diagram Pocket Set View Technical Diagram Slide Set View Technical Diagram