Giant otters are not just playful river dwellers—they are fearsome predators that even snakes and crocodiles avoid. Known for their strength, agility, and cooperative hunting skills, these otters ...

The Oregon Zoo has shared a delightful video showcasing its sea otters indulging in a snack of fresh oysters.This tasty treat ...

An orphaned sea otter pup discovered alone on an Alaska beach is now getting 24/7 care, rescuers said. The young otter “ was ...

Over 50 people had voted in person Wednesday morning, choosing among the names Esa, Jade, Marina and Rey for the 3-year-old female sea otter, now going by Otter 937.

But some animals have their own heart-melting ways of showing affection too. Whether it’s to woo or form a lifelong bond, these acts of love are definitely worth a look. Some bring flowers, penguins ...

Someone’s working on solar panels; someone’s saving the sea otters; someone’s restoring a kelp forest. “Everyone is sprinting and doing their very best.

River otters take social cuddling to remarkable levels with their enthusiastic group bonding behaviors. Unlike their sea otter cousins who float while holding paws, river otters form energetic “cuddle ...

Beyond this practical purpose, sea otters are highly tactile animals that maintain close physical contact, especially between mothers and pups. A mother sea otter will cuddle her baby on her chest, ...

"Predators like sea stars and sea otters are essential to maintaining resilient ecosystems. When these predators are removed, everything crumbles," Smith said.

Sea otters are affectionate partners and doting parents. They groom one another, cuddle while resting, and stay in close-knit groups.

Guests at the SEA LIFE in the United Kingdom are feeling the love. Visitors were totally falling for a sea otter who loves to hold hands with the people who come to visit her. What a sweetie! It ...

They rescue and rehabilitate a few otter pups every year, and in 2024, they helped Tofino and bestie Luna grow up into happy and healthy adult sea otters.