Sea Otter Pups Flashcard

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What is the genre of the text about sea otters?

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Informational

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What does the text mainly give about sea otters?

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Facts about a topic

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What keeps the otter from being carried away by waves while sleeping?

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Wrapping kelp around its body

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At what age can a sea otter pup swim and dive?

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14 weeks old

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What do sea otters use to open clams?

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A rock

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What is a sea otter pup?

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A baby sea otter.

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Why do sea otters wrap themselves in kelp?

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To stay safe and not drift away while sleeping.

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What do sea otters eat?

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Sea urchins, crabs, clams, and fish.

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How do sea otters keep their fur clean?

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They groom their fur regularly.

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Why are sea otters important to the ecosystem?

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They help control sea urchin populations.