Gwangju otter gets new friend

A Gwangju theme park said Tuesday it has received government approval to house a rescued wild otter at its zoo, where the young male will join a female otter already living at the facility. Uchi Park, operated by the Gwangju Metropolitan Government, said the plan was approved by the Korea Heritage Service. Otters are designated as Class I endangered wildlife in Korea and are subject to strict state protection. Rescued wild animals are typically returned to their natural habitats after recovery.

By The Korea Herald