Asta, the Aquarium’s oldest otter, celebrates her 16th birthday

Otter
(Photo: NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher)

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — The NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher’s oldest otter celebrated her 16th birthday Tuesday morning.

Crowds gathered at the exhibit to see Asta eat a specially-made birthday cake.

Asta seemed to enjoy the treat marking the milestone occasion.

She’s been at the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher since 2020.

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