Dobhar-Chú: The Dark History Behind Ireland’s Infamous King of Otters
12/01/22 • 12 min
Have you heard of the “King of Otters” from Northwestern Ireland? Legend has it, this otter isn’t your average adorable river rat that juggles rocks and links arms with its mate while floating down the river. No, this otter is said to be the downfall of a few local residents.
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Have you heard of the “King of Otters” from Northwestern Ireland? Legend has it, this otter isn’t your average adorable river rat that juggles rocks and links arms with its mate while floating down the river. No, this otter is said to be the downfall of a few local residents.
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To listen or watch our weekly episodes, check out “Cryptids Across the Atlas,” available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere else you get your podcast! (Links below)👇🏻
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Youtube 👉🏻 https://youtube.com/channel/UC_jNAyvRZWNGupX17-K3iVA
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