Lowa

Lowa is a male Cape clawless otter.

Appearance
Lowa is a thick-coated animal with glossy chestnut fur that pales to white on his chest, throat, and muzzle. He has a small, whiskery face and wide-set ears. His body is long, low-slung, and solid, his legs firmly muscled. Though his limbs are short, they are powerful, easily propelling him through strong currents. The webbing between them is strong, although between to of his right front toes there is a scar where he once ripped it. His eyes are beady and dark brown, positioned not far above his round black nose. Two of his bottom teeth protrude slightly over his lip.

Personality
Jovial and social, Lowa is a very talkative and friendly animal. He is wary of those who look or behave differently than normal, but is always willing to offer his friendship. He treats others with courtesy and respect, though he keeps his distance from predators. Despite his politeness, he does not appreciate being asked to share his food, and is possessive over everything he owns. He is proud of how well-tended he keeps his burrow, and prefers that it is he and he only who enters it. Though he is interested in finding a mate, he has yet to encounter a female otter that he is attracted to.

He loves to swim, and spends much of his time in water.

History
Lowa was born in a small body of water that dried up before he was fully grown. He searched for weeks before finding the Drylands, and was at first discouraged by the lack of water. However, he soon found the Mkondo River, and was quite satisfied to dig a burrow on its bank.