Stella and Fynn, a pair of 11-month-old female North American river otters born in captivity in South Carolina, have recently taken up residence at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium. The sisters ...

Otters are truly fascinating creatures. These unique marine mammals are known for their dense coats, round bodies and expressive faces. Unless you're lucky enough to live by an ocean where sea otters ...

Sea otters are one of nature’s most fascinating creatures, beloved for their playful personalities and critical role in marine ecosystems. From their dense fur to their impressive tool use, these ...

Although sea otters only recently recolonized their historic habitat in the Elkhorn Sough, they’re already benefiting the ecosystem. (Htrnr via iStock) Sea otters are making an impact as they return ...

The Santa Maria Public Library and California State Parks will present a free virtual exploration of the Morro Bay State Park’s estuary habitat, 10 a.m. Saturday, May 11 in the library’s Shepard Hall, ...

CHICAGO — In late October, a young sea otter pup was found in the remote coastal town of Seldovia, Alaska, stranded and calling out in distress with no mother in sight. After being rehabilitated, fed ...

There’s a lot to discover about the smallest species of otter — here are some fun facts about them. Mike Bock On the rocky banks of a trickling freshwater stream, the otters are on the move. The ...

I’m sure you could guess the most prevalent difference between river otters and sea otters. Yes, one species lives in freshwater, while the other lives in marine environments. But did you know that ...

There are only two days left to vote on the name of the Shedd Aquarium's newest sea otter. Through June 25, there will be an on-site vote near the sea otter habitat in the Abbott Oceanarium. The ...