Because of their high metabolic rates, sea otters are especially vulnerable to disturbances that can increase their energy ...

New research in The Journal of Wildlife Management reveals how human activities affect the behavior and energy expenditure of southern sea otters.

sea otters show remarkable consistency. Once an otter finds a rock that works well, it often keeps the same one for months or even years, storing it in its pocket when not in use. This behavior is ...

Because of their high metabolic rates, sea otters are especially vulnerable to disturbances that can increase their energy needs. New research in The ...

The life of a sea otter is filled with dangers, from oil spills and pollution to devastating storms and habitat loss. As the video above shows, even a powerful wave could potentially spell ...

Surprisingly, this adorable behavior isn’t necessarily a display of affection. As you’ll see in this video, it is actually a rather clever survival strategy for a sea otter! The life of a sea ...

Volunteers and law enforcement officials on multiple occasions last year spotted people using powerful lights to look for sea otters in the Taihu (太湖) area, the Kinmen Wildlife Rehabilitation and ...