River Otter Struck By Vehicle In Greenport: DEC

GREENPORT, NY — A river otter was found dead in Greenport recently, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation said.

On March 20, Environmental Conservation Officer Zullo responded to a report of a river otter dead on the side of the road, the DEC said. Zullo said the otter likely died after being hit by a vehicle, the DEC added.

The ECO transported the animal to DEC biologists who will examine the otter to determine its age, breeding capability, diseases, and cause of death.

"Otters are elusive on Long Island and any information obtained from a specimen can assist studies and help DEC restore otters in the area," the DEC said.