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'''Otter''' is a term used by [[
The generic image of an otter is a man of average build with a fair amount of body hair, and usually dressing in ways that combine traditional masculinity with a subversion of it. Otter [[
The origin of the otter label is unclear, but most agree it began as one of the many sub-categories of bears, allowing a [[gay]] tribe for men who prioritize gender expression across their physical body as well as their presentation and appearance.
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Otter culture took root from wider bear culture, and as such otters are almost always welcome in bear-centric spaces despite their differences. Many labels that share this origin derive their name from bears as well, sharing the animal-based etymology. Otters are so named because of the animal’s lithe, hair-covered and whiskery appearance, analogous to that of the gay men it describes.
As a group, otters are usually perceived as calm, laid-back and casual, occasionally compared to the ‘guy next door’ stereotype. Otters generally stand apart from other subcultural terms by not encouraging the expectation that the stereotype of the feminine gay man be entirely rejected; there tends to be significant variation in the presentation of otters compared to bears and twinks, which are somewhat [[
== Flag ==
There is no widely-used flag for the otter community. The most used flag was designed by DeviantArt user Toadhops.<ref>https://www.deviantart.com/toadhops/art/Flag-Otter-Pride-748382884</ref><ref>https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Official_Otter_Pride_Flag_by_Bearbackgear.jpg</ref><ref>https://www.deviantart.com/nightowl0827/art/Otter-Flag-767092595</ref>
== Resources ==
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