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Ambleside Otters (1 Viewer)

Myself and my wife Debbie spent the whole day there on Saturday. Enjoyed the scenery and company of Farnbro John, but not much else!

The Lake Steamers were very busy on Saturday, and I wonder if it was just too busy for the Otters to show.

I was thinking of having another go, this time on Friday, weather dependant, when it might be a bit quieter. Does anyone know if they have been seen since Saturday?

Thanks

Martyn
 
The Cumbrian said:
Thanks - we must only just have missed them. I thought we were there before 10:30

We are talking about by the jetty at Waterhead aren't we?
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Oh yes, that's the spot. the one we were watching swam away across the end of the lake and was last seen fishing around some moored yachts. We got our last views from one of the landing stages to the right of the steamer pier.

At least one Otter was still under the pier but probably asleep in the holt.

The pageant is seasonal and I guess any further attempts should be soon, before the visitor levels hot up: no doubt the Otters will be back for the next winter season when hopefully the media will not be alerted!

John
 
They were showing well late yesterday - at least one younger one and the adult with the scar. Tended to be under the pier and looking out through the slats quite a lot before coming out to dive in the water between the cafe car park and the southern side of the pier.
 
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