A female sea otter floats on its back on the ocean surface while her pup pops its head above the water for a look around. Both otters will wrap itself in kelp (seaweed) to keep from drifting as it rests and floats. Morro Bay, California, USA
Image: 20434
Species: Enhydra lutris
Common name: Sea otter
Location: Morro Bay, California, USA
Lat/Long: 35° 22' 10.74"N, 120° 51' 51.42"W (Coordinates: 35.36965°, -120.86428°)
Format: Digital 3:2
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