An aggressive sea otter in Santa Cruz’s famous Steamer Lane is accused of stealing a surfer’s board and prompting an ...

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KGO) -- For weeks a surfboard-biting sea otter has avoided capture, but as "Sea Otter 841" attracts worldwide attention, that spotlight is also creating dangerous conditions for ...

The pirating sea otter who stole the hearts of people around the world has seemingly returned after months of avoiding the public eye. Otter 841 was the hit of the summer in 2023. The aggressive sea ...

The United States is home to two species of sea otters that float on the ocean in groups called rafts. Enjoy these images from Sea Otter Savvy, a community science outreach organization that educates ...

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KMPH) — The Santa Cruz Otter 841 that has recently been attacking surfers remains elusive. With popularity, many people have taken to social media protesting to "Keep 841 free" but ...

U.S. Fish and Wildlife previously recommended that kayakers should keep at least 60 feet away from sea otters and avoid large ...

AP, is a disease caused by parasitic worms. A seabird or shorebird consumes the parasite, which matures and lays eggs inside ...

Otters are truly fascinating creatures. These unique marine mammals are known for their dense coats, round bodies and expressive faces. Unless you're lucky enough to live by an ocean where sea otters ...