The Playful World of Sea Otters

Sea otters are small, playful marine mammals with long bodies and webbed paws. They are related to land animals like weasels and minks but spend most of their time in cold water, protected by their thick fur. Sea otters are known for floating on their backs, playing, and using rocks as tools to open mollusks. They groom each other and rest in groups called rafts, holding hands to stay together.

What is a key adaptation that allows sea otters to thrive in cold water?

• Their thick coat of fur

• Their ability to swim fast

• Their long tails

• Their sharp claws

Which land animals are sea otters closely related to?

• Rabbits and hares

• Bears and wolves

• Weasels and minks

• Cats and dogs

What unique skill do sea otters possess that is rare among animals?

• Using tools

• Flying short distances

• Building nests

• Changing colors

How do sea otters ensure they don't drift apart while resting?

• They tie themselves to seaweed

• They hold hands

• They anchor themselves with rocks

• They use floating devices

What is a group of resting sea otters called?

• A colony

• A pack

• A raft

• A pod