Fun Otter Facts for Kids

Otters live in the sea or in rivers and they hunt for fish, shellfish and other animals. You might think they’re related to seals, but they’re actually related to weasels and badgers. North American river otters live along rivers in many parts of the United States. Sea otters spend most of their lives in the ocean, coming onto land only to rest. Giant otters live in South American rivers, feeding on frogs, eggs, and even anaconda snakes.

A Cute Sea Otter in the Water Image All About Otters - Science for Kids All About Otters — Sea otters spend most of their lives in the ocean, coming onto land only to rest. I bet you didn’t know that all about otters.

Otters have webbed feet and are expert swimmers. River otters can dive 60 feet or more. Sea otters dive even deeper in search of food.

A Giant otter by the Riverbank Image — Giant otters live in South American rivers, feeding on frogs, eggs, and even anaconda snakes.

Fun Facts about Otters for Kids

Sea otters rest and sleep by floating on their backs. They groom their fur so it stays water-repellent.
Sea otters live in the northern Pacific Ocean, along the coasts of California, Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Russia and Japan.
Sea otters use rocks to break open clam and mussel shells.
River otters love to slide down muddy hills or ice into the water. Mothers and babies play together.
Sea otters have the thickest hair of any mammal. Their fur helps keep them warm in cold water.
River otters live in underground dens.