Rewarding outstanding work in otter conservation around the world.

2025 Winners!

Young Person - Gethyn Ramage (13) - Scotland
For great community work including hosting presentations about otters, and the threats they face, to multiple groups.

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Community Achievement - Ferdi Aneska - Berang-Berang, Indonesia
For his brilliant work in Indonesian fishing communities mitigating human/otter conflict.

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Group or Organisation - ShareSavvy - England
For highlighting the issues social media creates for the future of otters, with the pet trade being glamourised for clicks and views. This is a particularly important topic in modern times, due to the reality involving large amounts of animal cruelty and neglect.

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Research - Louise Wilson and Rex - Conservation K9 Consultancy
For their human/canine collaborative work, with Louise utilising the skills of highly trained detection dog, Rex, in otter conservation research.

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Special Award - Gonzalo Medina Vogel - One Health Institute, Andrés Bello University
For his outstanding career of more than 40 years devoted to otter conservation in Chile. He has been a pioneer in the study of the Southern river otter (Lontra provocax) and the Marine otter (Lontra felina).

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Photography/Artwork - Linda Wilinski - Florida, USA
Linda has been very vocal about promoting ethical photography practices around wildlife, and her stunning photos always show that you do not need to be within touching distance to get the perfect shot. This one of a family of North American River Otters relaxing is proof!