Otters slap the water with their tails primarily as a form of communication. This behavior can signal alarm to other otters, alerting them to potential danger or predators in the area. Additionally, tail slapping can be a playful action, reinforcing social bonds among otters during group interactions. It also helps to create noise that can attract attention or establish territory.
Otters slap the water with their tails so that they can be able to move. This is their mode of swimming from one point to another.
There are both freshwater (river otters) and salt water otters.
In the water
Habitat destruction and water pollution are the main threats to otters.
Otters are a semi-aquatic mammal. So they don't live exclusively in water.
sea otters excrete in water and on land
In the water
Fish
Otters are aquatic mammals known for their streamlined bodies and webbed feet, while water rats, or water voles, are rodents that live near waterways. Otters are carnivorous predators, while water rats are herbivores. Otters are known for their playful behavior, while water rats are more elusive.
Yes, sea otters communicate in many ways, such as making noises, rubbing noses, etc. Mother sea otters have special calls to their babies that are specific to each otter.
Otters are able to stay underwater for up to 8 minutes.
Seals slap the water to communicate with each other, scare away predators, or to play and have fun.