Get ready to be charmed by the cuteness of otters. Discover the most adorable moments and learn fascinating facts about these playful creatures. Dive into the world of otters and experience their irresistible charm.
otters face many challenges because their unique history, biology, and nearshore habitat place them in close proximity to, and often in adverse interactions with, humans.
The Sea Otter (Enhydra lutris) is an oceanic species of otter and the largest of aquatic mustelids. Along with the marine otter (Lontra felina), they are the smallest marine mammals and the only marine mustelids. Sea otters are considered a keystone species throughout most of their range because they keep kelp forests in check from too many sea urchins and clams. Sea otter also have the densest coat of any animal. This coat traps in air bubbles, so their coat keeps their skin dry even diving…
A gorgeous photo I snapped of one of the otters at The National Zoo & Aquarium in Canberra, Australia. These guys are an absolute delight to photograph!