Otter Pup Care and Survival

The video explores the life of Northern sea otters in Prince William Sound, focusing on the challenges faced by newborn pups and the crucial role of mothers in their survival. It highlights the grooming practices that keep pups warm and buoyant, the risks mothers take while hunting, and the long-term care provided until pups are independent.

Where do Northern sea otters thrive due to warmer waters?

• Arctic Ocean

• Prince William Sound

• Bering Sea

• Gulf of Mexico

What temperature do the waters in Prince William Sound reach in May?

• 32 degrees

• 40 degrees

• 50 degrees

• 60 degrees

What is the role of otter fathers in raising their young?

• They groom the pups

• They help in hunting

• They protect the pups

• They play no part

What happens to otter pups if their mothers do not care for them?

• They are adopted by other otters

• They are taken to a rescue center

• They learn to swim on their own

• They do not survive

How do otter mothers keep their pups warm and buoyant?

• By wrapping them in seaweed

• By grooming them to trap air in their fur

• By keeping them in a warm den

• By feeding them constantly

What natural feature do otter mothers use for grooming their pups?

• A rocky cliff

• A sandy beach

• A small island exposed by the tide

• A floating log

What is the main risk for otter pups when their mothers go hunting?

• Starvation

• Drowning

• Getting lost

• Predators like bald eagles

How long do otter mothers care for their pups before they are independent?

• Three months

• Six months

• One year

• Two years