Sea Otter Pups

If you’ve ever seen a baby sea otter in real life or videos online, you know how enchanting these marine mammals can be. With their wide eyes and fluffy appearance, cute baby sea otters never fail to captivate onlookers with their undeniable charm. However, these endearing creatures are facing serious challenges. From pollution and habitat loss to shifting ocean temperatures, many threats leave them vulnerable.

Sea otters (Enhydra lutris) are fascinating marine mammals with a lifespan of 10 to 15 years in the wild. Understanding the sea otter life cycle provides insight into the critical stages of their development, their behaviors, and their survival strategies. From birth as pups to maturity as adults, sea otters exhibit unique characteristics that allow them to thrive in the harsh conditions of their ocean habitats.

The Alaska SeaLife Center (ASLC) opened in 1998 and is a pioneer in marine mammal rehabilitation in Alaska and scientific research regarding the Alaskan marine environment. Specifically, their mission is to generate and share scientific knowledge to promote understanding and stewardship of Alaska’s marine ecosystems.