Sea Otters are mammals that lead a solitary life. Scientific name of the sea otter is enhydra lutris. It comes from the genus of the mammal - enhydra. 11km/h (7mph) - the speed with which cats can run. 12-15 years is a usual life span for the mammal. The weight of enhydra lutris is 14-45kg (30-100lbs). 122-150cm (48-59in) is a size of a sea otter.
Facts about sea otters
Name | Sea Otter |
Colour | Black, brown, tan |
Family | Mustelidae |
Habitat | Unpolluted areas close to the shore |
Skin Type | Fur |
Order | Carnivora |
Average Litter Size | 1 |
Class | Mammalia |
Scientific Name | Enhydra lutris |
Genus | Enhydra |
Predators | Sharks, humans, killer whales |
Diet | Omnivore |
Top Speed | 11km/h (7mph) |
Phylum | Chordata |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Weight | 14-45kg (30-100lbs) |
Conservation Status | Endangered |
Life Span | 12-15 years |
Size | 122-150cm (48-59in) |
Main Prey | Sea urchins, clams, crabs, seaweed |
Type | Mammal |