Sea otters are known for using tools, but not all of them do. A new study finds those that use tools have better survival odds in a world where their traditional food sources are changing. You've ...
FUZZY, FROLICSOME, FASCINATING: Otter enthusiasts regularly make their way to the Central Coast, all to see if they can have a sighting of something furry, whiskery, and wonderful. You never know when ...
The California sea otter, once hunted to the edge of extinction, has staged a thrilling comeback in the last century. Now, a team of scientists has discovered that the otters' success story has led to ...
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Sea otters have become the unsung heroes of the sea, simply by snacking on sea urchins
Just by eating sea urchins and destructive shellfish, sea otters are keeping kelp forests healthy and coastal erosion at bay.
There’s a creature lurking in the sea. It’s slick, fast, and if you get too close, it might chomp your face off. No, not sharks or giant squid — sea otters. “Sea otters,” you might say. “Don’t they ...
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. There aren't many problems that a cute animal can't solve (at least temporarily). A sweet face or a fluffy fur coat can make ...
Santa Cruz is a haven for newborn sea otters and their (protective) mamas, and a local expert shares the best places around ...
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In parts of the ocean where sea otters face stark competition for their favorite kinds of food, some otters are getting by with the help of tools — like rocks and even glass bottles — that let them ...
The California sea otter, once hunted to the edge of extinction, has staged a thrilling comeback in the last century. Now, a team of scientists has discovered that the otters' success story has led to ...
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