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location and importanceThe Northern Pacific Ocean is the primary location where you will find the Sea Otter.The Sea Otter is the only species that doesn’t go to land for much time. Experts believe that it can move on land but that it chooses not to. It does very well living exclusively in the water. However, they do choose to live close to the shore so that they can find food easier. California is a prime location for Sea Otters to reside.
The biggest conflict between humans and Sea Otters is that these animals tend to be in their way. Commercial fishermen get upset that these Otters are consuming fish they would be able to make money from. They continue to use nets that injure or drown these Otters. Sea otters are considered a keystone species because of the crucial ecological role they play in maintaining the health and stability of the nearshore marine ecosystem. Otters are vital to maintaining healthy kelp forests. As a keystone species, otters are just as valuable below the surface of the ocean. |
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