Playful aquatic animal Crossword Clue

Looking for the answer to “Playful aquatic animal” from the New York Times crossword of October 5, 2026? It has 5 letters. Flip the tiles one at a time, try a hint first, or look through the rest of that puzzle.

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NEW YORK TIMES, OCTOBER 5, 2026

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What is the answer to “Playful aquatic animal”?

OTTER, 5 letters: a carnivorous mammal.

When was “Playful aquatic animal” last seen in a crossword?

In the New York Times crossword of October 5, 2026.

How many letters does the answer have?

5 letters, starting with O.