Most people think that Otters live only in the sea or along rivers in
Europe or North America. However, Otters live everywhere – in the
tropics of South America and Africa, near Siberia, and in Asia. The
only place that Otters do not live is Australia.
Wherever Otters live, They are known for their energy. They chase
each other underwater, slide down muddy hills, and dive for pebbles.
When They are not playing, Otters travel long distances looking for food
or for a mate. The only time an Otter is still is when Sea Otter is
asleep in the ocean or when River Otter suns Herself.
Otters are well suited for life in the water. With their long bodies
and webbed feet, Otters easily paddle with their hind legs. While They
are swimming, Otters move their powerful tails. Quite the acrobats,
Otters turn somersaults in water.
Strangely enough, Otters are not born knowing how to swim. Mother
Otter teachers her Pups how to survive in the water. At first, She plays
water games with Them. When the young Pups are ready, She pushes Them
into the water. While They try to swim, Mother Otter stands ready to
rescue her floundering Pups. After much trial and error, They learn to
swim.
Otters are curious about the world around them and like to explore.
But what They like best is to play. Sea Otter will use a beer can to
entice a small Octopus to come near. River Otter opens a house door and
go inside to look around.
Otters live a well-rounded life, playing and working. They have
boundless energy to do everything but Otters stop from time to time and
sleep in the sun. Learn living well from Otters.
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