Giant otter shrew

The giant otter shrew (Potamogale velox) is a semiaquatic, carnivorous tenrec. It is found in the main rainforest block of central Africa from Nigeria to Zambia, with a few isolated populations in Kenya and Uganda. It is found in streams, wetlands and slow flowing larger rivers.[2] It is monotypic in the genus Potamogale.
Contrary to its name the giant otter shrew is not a true shrew (Soricidae) but a tenrec (Tenrecidae). The common name refers to their resemblance to otters with their flat face and stiff whiskers, and the tenrecs' overall superficial similarity to true shrews. They are nocturnal carnivores that feed on aquatic animals.
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