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It has resulted in rapid decline in otter population and the species has become endangered.

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Are marine otters extinct?

No, marine otters are not extinct. While they have faced threats from hunting and habitat loss, populations of marine otters still exist in various regions, particularly along the coastlines of the Pacific Ocean. Efforts are being made to protect and conserve these otters to prevent extinction.


In what sea do most southern sea otters live?

Most sea otters living in the southern climate live along the Pacific coast of South America.


What are the habitats for sea otters?

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What consequence occurred when sea otters were over hunted along the Pacific Coast?

Many types of fish lost their habitat.


Map of where sea otters live in Canada?

According to National Geographic, sea otters are found near the coast and islands along the Pacific coast of North America and Asia. They are capable of eating, sleeping, mating, and giving birth in the sea. However, some do come ashore to sleep.


Are there sea otters in Scotland?

There are otters found in Scotland. It should be noted that they are not technically 'sea' otters as these are a sub species found along the coast of Japan, Canada and USA. Otters found in Scotland are Eurasian or European otters.


Where do sea otter live?

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Most early communities along the Pacific coast had about how many people?

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What part of the world does the sea otter live in?

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Do sea otters live near the sand?

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Do otters and gators get along?

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