Never but they became very, very rare in their Southern range in the early 20th century.
In the Pacific Ocean in North America and Asia.
Sea otters typically do actually live near oceans. Not all otters however will always choose to live in the ocean.
Sea otters are native to the Pacific coastal waters of North America. There may be some sea otters in German zoos, but I don't know. However, European river otters do live in Germany.
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.
North America
Never but they became very, very rare in their Southern range in the early 20th century.
Northen Japan, Aleutian Islands, Alaska, Pacific Coast, North America, baja California, Oregon, Washington, and british Columbia
Otters are found across various regions worldwide, with different species adapted to specific environments. The North American river otter is widespread in North America, while the Eurasian otter inhabits Europe, Asia, and parts of North Africa. Sea otters are primarily located along the coasts of the northern Pacific Ocean. Overall, otters thrive in diverse aquatic habitats, including rivers, lakes, and coastal marine areas.
killer whales and humans!
The Sea Otter lives in the North Pacific Ocean.
The otters migrated to North America and southwards againDuring winter, the river otters heavily utilize openings in the ice
Sea otters live in coastal waters 15 to 23 meters (50 to 75 ft) deep, and usually stay within a kilometer (? mi) of the shore. See the Related Link for more information.