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Staff at Woburn Safari Park in Bedfordshire will be celebrating Christmas with some incredibly cute but feisty critters after the birth of three Asian short-clawed otter pups.

The species, native to South East Asia, is listed as vulnerable, and keepers hope the new births can help safeguard its future.

“Recently, the park welcomed the birth of three adorable Asian short-clawed otter pups, and we couldn’t be more excited to introduce them to the world,” a spokesperson for the Park said. “These tiny new additions mark a significant moment for the park and contribute to the ongoing conservation efforts for this charming species.”

Explaining the importance of the new arrivals, they added: “Asian short-clawed otters are the smallest otter species in the world, known for their dexterous forepaws and playful nature. These births are an important milestone in the efforts to support the conservation of Asian short-clawed otters, which are listed as vulnerable due to habitat loss and pollution.”