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Elkhorn Slough researchers find sea otter population helps stop invasion of green crabs

Sea otters are effectively controlling the invasive green crab population in Elkhorn Slough, showcasing the benefits of predator recovery.

Sea otters' insatiable appetites help limit coastal erosion by up to 90%, study finds

Sea otters have helped save a California marshland from erosion by consuming plant-eating marsh crabs.
The return of sea otters to their former habitat has slowed erosion by up to 80 to 90% at sites with large otter populations.

Elkhorn Slough researchers find sea otter population helps stop invasion of green crabs

Sea otters are effectively controlling the invasive green crab population in Elkhorn Slough, showcasing the benefits of predator recovery.

Sea otters' insatiable appetites help limit coastal erosion by up to 90%, study finds

Sea otters have helped save a California marshland from erosion by consuming plant-eating marsh crabs.
The return of sea otters to their former habitat has slowed erosion by up to 80 to 90% at sites with large otter populations.
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Rescued sea otters find new home at the New York Aquarium

Two rescued Southern sea otters make their debut at New York Aquarium, joining a long-time resident for public viewing.

See these adorable new sea otters at the New York Aquarium

The New York Aquarium welcomes two rescued southern sea otters, highlighting their importance in marine ecosystems and conservation efforts.

Rescued sea otters find new home at the New York Aquarium

Two rescued Southern sea otters make their debut at New York Aquarium, joining a long-time resident for public viewing.

See these adorable new sea otters at the New York Aquarium

The New York Aquarium welcomes two rescued southern sea otters, highlighting their importance in marine ecosystems and conservation efforts.
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Monterey Bay Aquarium: Providing otter love through surrogacy program

The Monterey Bay Aquarium's surrogacy program successfully pairs rescued otter pups with adoptive mothers, enhancing their survival skills before release into the wild.
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Elakha Alliance's art auction raises funds to bring sea otters back to Oregon Coast

Oregon lacks a sea otter population, with efforts underway to reintegrate them through community fundraising events.

Opinion: Is the restoration of California's cutest keystone species worth it?

Sea otters play an essential role in maintaining the marine kelp forest.
Debate around reintroducing sea otters to historic range due to population stagnation and environmental concerns.

Elakha Alliance's art auction raises funds to bring sea otters back to Oregon Coast

Oregon lacks a sea otter population, with efforts underway to reintegrate them through community fundraising events.

Opinion: Is the restoration of California's cutest keystone species worth it?

Sea otters play an essential role in maintaining the marine kelp forest.
Debate around reintroducing sea otters to historic range due to population stagnation and environmental concerns.
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Sea otters use tools to open hard-shelled prey, saving their teeth, research reveals

Sea otters in Monterey Bay use tools to access larger prey, reducing dental injuries.

Opinion: Is the restoration of California's cutest keystone species worth it?

Sea otters play a crucial role in maintaining marine ecosystems, despite being perceived as a threat by some individuals.
Debates and studies are ongoing regarding the potential reintroduction of sea otters to their historic range to address population challenges and ecological impacts.
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