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River or Sea Otter? Go 'Otterly' Wild at Moran State Park
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Sea otters have up to one million hairs per square inch of their bodies, the most of any mammal on Earth, and river otters can hold their breath underwater for up to eight minutes. Want to learn more? You 'otter' join us for trivia!
More than a cute face
River and sea otters are charismatic creatures that can swim their way into our hearts. But when we take a deeper dive into their differences and adaptations, we realize they’re a lot more than a cute face.
Coveted for their fur, hunters almost wiped-out river and sea otters during the 1800s. While river otters are currently faring well, sea otter populations are plummeting, largely due to human activities.
Learn more about these amazing animals and actions we can take to better protect them.