Hotah has taken the reins of hunting and firmly grasped them. He is by far the best hunter Koko has in her group, and is well respected among his peers. He is still the only male on his team.
His silver fur also shows his silver tongue. If he loses the scent of his prey, he simply lies his way out of being in trouble. Though Yukina has caught him many times trying this, she never says anything. Perhaps she has a soft spot for him?