This site presents publicly available scientific and environmental information about French river ecosystems.
Last updated: 1 May 2025

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2. Nature of This Site

OtterLane is a static informational website presenting publicly available scientific and environmental information about French river ecosystems, wetland habitats and freshwater biodiversity. It does not provide professional environmental, legal or scientific advice.

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