Sea otters can't even swim on their own when they are born…it's the sheer ingenuity of the clever mother sea otter that keeps her pups alive.
If you haven't been swept up by the otter craze that's sweeping America, the time is now! Sea otters and their pups aren't merely cute, they're also utterly (or otterly) fascinating.
Here are eleven reasons to fall in love with otters, and be sure to scroll down to the video at the end to learn more about how otters are some of the best mothers in the world. Please SHARE this post with all of your animal-loving friends.
Reason #1? This face.
Like a grumpy old man, only MUCH MUCH cuter!
Also: When they carry debris they find in the ocean, they look like pint-sized plumbers.
You can almost hear the Super Mario music when you look at this picture.
Otters enjoy a good water slide as much as the next guy...Possibly more.
"I'm a log! Wheeeee!!!!"
They're truly masters of not taking life too seriously!
"Whatever, dude, I'm hilarious!"
And they know that it's A-OK to use your friend...as a pillow.
"You really otter take a load off, Frank."
They love a good kiss...or two...or three...or 4, 5, 6...
They also know that anytime is a good time to shoot hoops...
Of course, you've gotta be careful around otters. A lot of otters will try to steal your favorite sweatshirt if you aren't careful...
But then they'll issue the most sincere apology ever, and you will find it impossible NOT to forgive that little face.
"So sorry, my human friend! I otter beg for your forgiveness."
Most importantly, they're endearingly loving toward their young, latching on to one another as they float up and down rivers.
Finally, they've been known to be a little over-protective when it comes to their humans, too!! Not convinced? Watch the video below about how mother sea otters care for their young. I promise, you'll be impressed!
