Cute and Cuddly, With Caveats

Via Sea Otter Savvy, which writes:

Fun Fact: If you hug a sea otter you can feel what it’s like to be attacked by a sea otter. 🦦‼️
Now you know…

We know sea otters are often called the “C words” — cute and cuddly. But approaching them is illegal. The southern sea otter is listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act and protected under the Marine Mammal Protection Act. Both laws require people to keep a safe distance and avoid disturbing them.

And beyond the law, sea otters are wild animals. They have strong teeth, sharp claws, and will defend themselves if they feel threatened.

The best way to love sea otters?
🦦 Give them space (>5 kayak lengths)
🔭 Watch from a distance
💙 Help keep their home calm and safe

Admire the fluff from afar. Respect the wild.
Stay Savvy.