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Sea otters: favourite rocks and tummy tables

Sea otters: favourite rocks and tummy tables

Update: 2025-06-06
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Diving to depths of around 20 metres, sea otters can access all kinds of food but they often need the help of their favourite rock to crack open their catch.


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Sea otters: favourite rocks and tummy tables

Sea otters: favourite rocks and tummy tables