A sea otter, resting on its back, grooms the fur on its head. A sea otter depends on its fur to keep it warm and afloat, and must groom its fur frequently. Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, Moss Landing, California, USA
Image: 21605
Species: Enhydra lutris
Common name: Sea otter
Location: Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, Moss Landing, California, USA
Lat/Long: 36° 48' 32.28"N, 121° 47' 9.29"W (Coordinates: 36.80897°, -121.78591°)
Format: Digital 3:2
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