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Hankensbüttel Otter Centre
Address
Sudendorfallee 1, 29386 Hankensbüttel, Germany
Country
germany
Website
https://www.otterzentrum.deOpening Hours
Daily 9:30-18:00 (March-October), 9:30-16:00 (November-February). Last entry 1 hour before closing
Popularity
High (120,000+ visitors annually - specialized attraction in Lower Saxony)
Europe's Premier Otter Conservation Center
World-Leading Otter Conservation Established in 1988, the OTTER-ZENTRUM Hankensbüttel stands as Europe's premier facility dedicated to otter conservation, research, and education. This specialized center houses the most comprehensive collection of otter species globally while conducting critical research for otter protection worldwide.
Comprehensive Species Collection The center houses 12 different otter species from around the world, representing the most complete collection of these fascinating semi-aquatic mammals available for research and conservation breeding programs.
Research Excellence As a leading international research facility, the center conducts groundbreaking studies on otter biology, behavior, and conservation while supporting field conservation projects across Europe and globally.