This trail camera caught both a mountain lion and a coyote investigating the same otter latrine. These spots are rich in scent, like a community bulletin board for animals, carrying layers of information about who’s been there and when. At Swan Valley Connections, we observe and protect these connections across species, from otters shaping river systems to carnivores navigating shared landscapes. Our rare carnivore monitoring program uses camera traps like this to better understand wildlife popu