Nevertheless, those hurdles didn't stop a wild sea otter from befriending a Californian commercial fisherman in the most ...

Local tribes and nonprofits have received a grant to lead the planning effort to bring back the furry mammals, which have ...

Why do sea otters hold hands? As you’ll see in this video, it is actually a rather clever sea otter survival strategy!

One day the Aquarium shot an endearing video of two sea otters holding each other’s paws while floating around in the water. Was this merely a sign of affection, or does it mean something more?

Unlike most marine mammals, sea otters are primarily insulated by fur, not blubber. In fact they have the densest fur in the animal kingdom. Sadly that thick, resplendent coat has also given otters ...

FILE - A wild sea otter swims as he snacks on seaweed covered with roe. The Siletz Tribe is trying to bring them back to Northern Calif. and Ore. coasts with the help of a government grant.