The Monterey Bay Aquarium is home to some of the most majestic sea otters around. On the second floor of the exhibit, visitors can watch them swim at the surface, while first-floor windows give an underwater view of their lively acrobatics. If you can’t make it to the aquarium in person, you can still catch a glimpse of these playful creatures with the Sea Otter Cam. This live cam streams animated sea otters as they swim, play with toys, lounge in ice buckets and eat during daily feeding sessions.
The sea otter is an iconic species that symbolizes the beauty and diversity of life in Monterey Bay. They spend their days floating and foraging among kelp forests, which are essential for providing food and shelter for many other marine animals. The Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Sea Otter Program has been caring for these marine mammals since 1984 and releasing those that can be rehabilitated back into their natural habitat.
If you’re looking to spot sea otters in Monterey County, there are plenty of places to do so! Popular spots include Elkhorn Slough Reserve, Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Moss Landing Harbor. You may even be lucky enough to see Rosa – our oldest sea otter – who came to the Aquarium as a five-pound four-week-old pup!
Visiting or watching sea otters at the Monterey Bay Aquarium is an experience like no other. Whether you’re able to visit in person or just catch a glimpse on the live cam, these playful creatures will surely put a smile on your face!
