Paj



The paj otter (Lontra dognoensis familiaris; ; Fecharese: ), also known as bbang otter (Doño: ), pran otter or Doño water dog, is a domestic species of otter. They are considered sacred by the Doño and an essential member member of a fishing trade house by the Fecharese.

History


Evidence suggets that the paj otter was first domesticated around the 4th century AIA. Their remains have been found in Proto-Doño ruins and burrial sites, as well as depictions of fishers and divers hunting amongst otters, found in petroglyphs around the area.