While walking in Carmel Meadows today, I thought I saw an otter swimming around in the surf. Chances are that if you think you see one, you probably do. Tourists and other visitors to the area tend to get excited when spotting otters and other marine mammals, but locals often find them ordinary. Yet after hearing a story in the evening news, I was prompted to learn more.
Did you know?
- Sea otters are in decline—it’s more important than ever to act on their behalf.
- Sea otters are a keystone species—protections afforded otters have a disproportionate benefit on surrounding ecosystems
- Kelp forests are extremely important in protecting the coast from coastal erosion and the impacts of big waves and storms, making them important for adaptation to climate change.
Bullets courtesy of The Otter Project. For more information, see the linked website to right.
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