To crack open hard abalone shells, the inventive sea otter floats on its back and hits the shell on a rock that it balances on its belly. Nov 02, 2020 other known sources of california sea otter mortality include bacterial infections, heart disease, mating trauma from aggressive male sea otters, boat strikes, and gunshots. Sea otters are commonly spotted on wwfs alaska tours. What are the differences between sea otters and river otters. Sea otters also provide one of the best documented examples of topdown forcing effects on the structure and function of. Pdf sea otter in eastern north pacific waters download. For those interested in nature and wildlife, especially those in the san francisco bay and monterey bay regions of california and those in the. Eeb3001 sea otter homework assignment college of biological. Half of the sea otter population is south of monterey bay and north of estero bay, but there are few beaches and. Fun facts the sea otters dark brown fur is the finest and densest of any animal fur. The asian small clawed otter is the smallest otter species and the giant otter and sea otter are the largest. Most sea otters live in the offshore forests of the russian and alaskan pacific coasts.
The sea otter s teeth are ideal for crushing and grinding, but for prey that are more difficult to crack open, sea otters have been observed to use rocks as tools. Forget everything you thought you knew about otter species. The alaska, or northern, and russia sea otter populations differ from the southern sea otter in a number of ways based on size, weight, and food preferences. The sea otter can usually be found in kelp beds, and looks very much like lumps of kelp. They eat 2530% of their body weights in food each day. They are a fun addition to your life cycle studies. To make the mother sea otters body cut a dinnersized paper plate in half. Sep 28, 2017 its sea otter awareness week while the title of cutest animal ever may be up for debate, we know that sea otters are definitely in the running.
This lesson will teach you about sea otters, the special way they stay warm in cold water, how they live, and some other cool facts. After many decades of absence from southeast alaska, sea otters enhydra lutris are recolonizing parts of their former range, including glacier bay, alaska. For one of the smallest marine mammals on earth yet the largest member of the weasel family, the sea otter has racked up quite a few superlatives. The original habitat of the sea otter ranged from the kurile islands of japan, to the aleutian chain of alaska, along the coasts of washington and oregon, and down the coast of california to baja california friends of the sea otter. The sea otter spends most of its time in the water but, in some locations, comes. What an otter eats, however, depends on the species.
Additional copies can be downloaded from the sara public registry. Sea otters, in fact, help the kelp forests by eating the number one herbivore in the region. Sea otter enhydra lutris populations currently survive only in remnants of their former habitat, which stretched from baja california, mexico. Pup stays with mum for 6 months pup has special baby fur for. Includes authors note, glossary, and sea otter fun facts. Sea otter crafts and learning activities for children. Monitoring population status of sea otters enhydra. Download this beautifully illustrated sea otter coloring page, perfect for quiet time at home, projects at school, fun on rainy days, road trips, and homeschooling. Baby sea otters, known as pups, are only 10 inches long when they are born. The sea otter spends most of its time in the water but, in some locations, comes ashore to sleep or rest. How will sea otter research in this area benefit sea otter recovery. But amidst it all, melodious songs echo through the water.
Sea otters are the heaviest of the otter species giant otters are the longest. The final southern sea otter recovery plan, a blueprint to guide, assist with, and implement sea otter recovery, was issued in 2005. Favorite add to sea otter cute decorative figure size 5 inches. This is another great creative commons book from the pratham storyweaver community sample text. Sea otter comprehension this ks2 reading comprehension includes a short piece of text with some facts about the sea otter. How to be an otter is a tale of what otters do, as told by an elder otter to the otter pups. Influence of occupation history and habitat on washington sea otter. When sabby, a young sea otter pup, is pulled from his sheltered lagoon through a dangerous pipe to the ocean, he struggles to survive as his mother fights to reach him. Create free account to access unlimited books, fast download. Sea otter coloring page fact sheet downloadable pdf. Sea otters is a level 1 text in the national geographic kids book series. Provides insight into the world of the sea otter, their grooming habits, how they care for their young, how they live, and what they eat. Test your math skills and learn about the sea otter census. Original file this is a printable packet for students w.
Jessup,1 melissa miller,1 jack ames,1 mike harris,1 christine kreuder,2 patricia a. On the pacific coast of north america, sea otters play, dive, and hunt for sea urchins, crabs, abalone, and fish in the lush kelp forests beneath the waves. Sea otters can sometimes be seen off sandy beaches and even local harbors. Outstanding science trade book and national outdoor book award winner.
How messaging shapes attitudes toward sea otters as a species at. This short book describes popular sea creatures such as sea horses, octopus, clown fish, dolphins, manta ray, star fish, and sea turtles. Download sabby the sea otter book pdf epub mobi tuebl and. This aquatic member of the weasel family is found along the coasts of the pacific ocean in north america and asia. Adult males can grow up to five feet in length and weigh up to 90 pounds in alaska and occasionally reach 80 pounds in california. Mar 31, 2020 download sabby the sea otter books now. Sea otters occasionally hold hands while they eat, sleep or rest to keep from drifting. Wild sea otters typically have a lifespan between 15 and 20 years. Sea otters river and sea otters are both relatives of the weasel.
Inspiring conservation of our marine environment swimming front paws, rear flippers all feet similar size side view feet sea otters river otters seattle aquarium. Learn about tropical fish and test your knowledge download wallpaper. Sea otters have an ingenious method to open shellfish. Most have sharp claws on their feet except for the sea otter that have long, muscular tails. The movie sea otter 501 was made in memory of toola, who died of natural causes at the ripe old age of 16 years old in 2012. Create free account to access unlimited books, fast download and ads free. Life history plasticity and population regulation in sea otters. A sea otter rests on its back with its head, arms and flippers in the air, and looks like two lumps close together. To make the baby sea otters body cut a snacksized paper plate in half. The southern sea otter is almost certainly a distinct subspecies, determined primarily by differences in skull measurements on otters from the different populations. When diving, their nostrils and ears close and their whiskers, or vibrissae, help them to feel their way around.
On an adult animal, there are an estimated 650,000 hairs per square inch. They use their flat, webbed hind feet to swim and have been known to swim up to 5mph. The sea otter enhydra lutris is the smallest marine mammal, and quite arguably the cutest, with its gentle expression and playful nature endearing it to many. About 1,000 sea otters died over a 10 year period due to entrapment in gill nets. Sea otters are just as full of interesting characteristics as they are full of cuteness. Impact of human activities in habitat use and activity. In fact, at 850,000 to 1 million hairs per square inch, sea otters have the thickest fur of any mammal. After both circles have been cut and colored, take the two circles and a brass fastener. Our free coloring page and fact sheets combine art and education by letting children express their creativity while learning fun facts.
Another way that sea otters stay warm is by eating. Inhabitants of the sea is a marine life early nonfiction book, suitable for kindergarten and early grades. This book companion contains graphic organizers, vocabulary cards, and several comprehension activities. Her legacy lives on through the 12 sea otters she reared and in the hearts of millions of aquarium visitors who were touched by her selflessness and charm. Show your love for the ocean and make a splash with our marinethemed wallpapers, sized for a variety of devices. Unlike most marine mammals, the sea otters primary form of insulation is an exceptionally thick coat of fur, the.
Download pup the sea otter book pdf epub mobi tuebl and. The sea otter enhydra lutris is a marine mammal native to the coasts of the northern and eastern north pacific ocean. Average weight of an adult female california sea otter is about 50 lbs. Sea otters are one of the few animals that use tools. Pdf the southern sea otter enhydra lutris nereis is listed as threatened under the endangered species act esa and is a keystone. Sep, 2010 sea otters are commonly spotted on wwfs alaska tours. Watch pup grow from his birth to first dive and from rambunctious play with other sea otter pups to a frightening encounter with a predator. Pdf comparative demography of sea otter populations. Inspiring conservation of our marine environment swimming. Pdf sea otter conservation ebook download and read. Sea otters have webbed feet, waterrepellent fur to keep them dry and warm, and nostrils. With up to one million hairs per square inch of skin, this species has the densest fur of any mammal. The two primary management objectives for the california. Print out the mother and baby sea otter patterns onto brown card stock and cut them.
Today were talking about an mammal who prefers the water over land. Sea otters are members of the weasel family mustelidae. Sea otter population declines in the aleutian archipelago. In have you ever heard a whale sing we hear lots of facts about whale songs.
Download pup the sea otter book pdf epub mobi tuebl and read. A sea otter relies on its fur to keep warm because it doesnt have an insulating layer of blubber as other marine mammals do. Sea otters have the densest fur in the animal kingdom, with up to. Like other members of this family, they have very thick fur. Sea otters are a furry animal that live mostly in the water.
Defenders of wildlife sea otter awareness week facts. Usually, a single baby called a pup is produced following 4 to 5 months of pregnancy. Highschool science students should follow the research link for dozens of articles, most in pdf format. They live in wet areas such as coastlines, oceans and marshes. Sea otter cross stitch pattern pdf sea otter embroidery instant download small laselvadesign. Sea otters are one of the smallest marine mammals in the world yet the largest member of the weasel family. Sea otters are unique in the otter family as the only species to give birth in the water. Click get books and find your favorite books in the online library. The about sea otters link includes not just information about otters themselves, but also about the otters role in the ecosystem and its relationship with humans. Field studies of sea otter behavior and natural history provide muchneeded science that will contribute to recovery. But there was a time when people hunted the otters almost to extinction. This page contains sea otter facts and information, and is part of our arctic animals series. Sea otters have several adaptations that allow them to live in a marine.
Sea otter fur is the densest of any mammal at about 1 million hairs per square inch we have 100,000 hairs on our entire head. Pdf southern sea otter as a sentinel of marine ecosystem. Get free sea otter conservation textbook and unlimited access to our library by created an account. Influence of occupation history and habitat on washington sea otter diet. Mazet2 1 marine wildlife veterinary care and research center, california department of fish and game, 1451 shaffer road.
Population the sea otter is a marine mammal that has 3 subspecies. When gill net legislation was passed in the late 1980s requiring gill nets to move farther off shore, the sea otter population began to grow again until the mid1990s. Get the facts about the diablo canyon sea otter research. All that food converts to energy that keeps them warm.
The southern sea otter is listed as a threatened species under the federal endangered species act. A sea otter will float on its back, place a rock on its chest, then smash the mollusk down on it until it breaks open. The sea otter enhydra lutris is the smallest marine mammal, and quite. Recovery strategy for the sea otter enhydra lutris in canada. After preparation, sea otters eat their food on the surface of the water, typically on their backs. Some otters, like the european and african clawless otter, hunt fish, octopus, frogs and other aquatic prey. The sea otter can live its entire life without leaving the water. Adult sea otters typically weigh between 14 and 45 kg 31 and 99 lb, making them the heaviest members of the weasel family, but among the smallest marine mammals. Children must read the text and then answer the questions that follow. Sea otter populations have since somewhat recovered but the. The sea otter enhydra lutris in california, and the marine otter or.
Pdf southern sea otter as a sentinel of marine ecosystem health. Download full sea otter in eastern north pacific waters book or read online anytime anywhere, available in pdf, epub and kindle. See more ideas about otters, worksheets, sea otter. Wild sea otter mussel pounding leaves archaeological traces. Without sea otters to eat them, an army of hungry sea urchins grew and destroyed entire kelp forests. Download and read online sea otter conservation, ebooks in pdf, epub, tuebl mobi, kindle book. Sea otters are found almost everywhere in the world. Fish and wildlife service has an unsolved case from 20 of three sea otters found near monterey, california, where gunshot was determined to be the. Students will love creating their peekaboo life cycle spinner wheel and learning all about the different stages of sea otters.
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