Otter Facts Cuter Than You Think

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Otters are one of the cutest animals on earth. With their round heads, long bodies, and short legs, they can make even the grumpiest people coo and awe.
Most people, however, don’t know that there’s so much more to these adorable creatures than their cuddly appearance. Aside from being incredibly cute, otters are also one of the fastest, strongest, and smartest predators in the world. Keep on watching for 30 otter facts!
0:42 The name, “otter”, comes from an Old English word.
1:10 Otters belong to the family Mustelidae.
1:42 Sea otters are the heaviest mustelids.
2:14 As their name suggests, sea otters mostly live near water.
2:31 Most otters spend most of their time on land.
2:54 Otters are excellent hunters in water.
3:18 Otters can also hold their breaths underwater for a long time.
3:52 They also have a great sense of smell, even underwater!
4:20 Sometimes, sea otters will sleep on the water by floating on their backs.
4:40 Sea otters sleep together in groups.
5:16 Otters are cuddly animals who like to snuggle.
5:41 Otters are among the few animals who can use tools.
6:05 A rescue otter once learned how to use inhalers.
6:28 They also know how to store items under their arms.
6:52 Otters are playful creatures.
7:15 Compared to other mammals, otters have the densest fur.
7:48 Otters take their grooming very seriously.
8:25 Baby otters don’t know how to swim.
8:53 Mother otters use kelp to keep their babies from floating away.
9:27 Your pet cat’s poop can be dangerous to an otter.
10:00 Giant river otters are sociable creatures.
10:38 Giant otters are also the most vocal otter species.
11:07 Male otters sometimes kidnap baby others for ransom.
11:32 The mating ritual of sea otters can sometimes be dangerous.
12:08 Otters are so strong that they can even overpower alligators.
12:47 Some cultures view otters as tricksters.
13:11 Other cultures depict otters as sacred creatures.
13:39 “Otter fishing” is a practice where otters help fishermen with their catch.
14:09 Sea otters play an important role in the ecosystem.
14:31 Otters can also help control climate change.
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