In a charming development, The Ark Wildlife Park in Stickney, Lincolnshire, has embarked on a mission to teach two rescued otters how to swim. The otters, named Indigo and Bronte, are Asian short-clawed otters who have found a new home at the park after being rescued from the exotic pet trade. The owner of the park, Jamie Mintram, suggests these endearing creatures were probably separated from their mother at a young age and therefore missed crucial swimming lessons. The park, utilising alluring fishy treats, is optimistic that both Indigo and Bronte will begin to swim soon and eventually progress to a larger pool in their enclosure.
This article is a reinterpretation of original reporting by the BBC.
