You may have seen the video of two sea otters holding hands that
is now a cute-animal hall of famer, but you may be surprised to
know that there is a pragmatic reason behind the hand-holding.
Perhaps even more surprising, sea otters play a key role in the
fight against global warming. And sure, they're considered to be
one of the most playful animals of the sea, but did you know
that they have an unexpected feisty side, too? They may be known
for their stuffed-animal-like cuteness, but there is so much
more to the sea otter that makes them one of the most
fascinating, important, and resilient animals in the world. Here
are seven reasons why these furry mammals are otterly lovable.