Otter licences - Possession of otter specimens, skins, etc.

Even dead otters are protected.  This means that if you have a dead otter, or even a part of a dead otter that was collected since June 1994 you are likely to need a licence to be able to possess it legally.  Scottish Natural Heritage can issue licences for the possession of otters (or any other European protected species) for scientific, research or educational purposes.  This would cover circumstances such as scientists using samples for research, or for museums, schools or ranger services possessing dead specimens for display for educational purposes.  For a licence to be issued there needs to be a clear demonstration of an educational or scientific use.

Licence application form for possession of European protected species.