Soft, shimmering light spilled over the morning sea.On the waves, a sea otter floated on its back, bobbing gently.On its ...

Sea otters survive largely on marine invertebrates such as sea urchins, crabs, clams, mussels and snails. Getting to that food, however, isn't always easy. Many of these animals are protected by tough ...

Sea otters are famous for cracking shells open on rocks balanced on their chests. A new study says that habit is more than charming. It can be the difference between eating and starving. Chris Law, ...