How Well Do You Know Otters? Test Your Knowledge with this Fun Quiz!
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Think you know everything about otters? Put your knowledge to the test and find out with this fascinating quiz that reveals interesting otter facts you probably didn't know!
1. What is the average lifespan of an otter in the wild?
10-15 years
20-25 years
5-7 years
30-35 years
2. How many species of otters are there globally?
7
9
13
11
3. What unique behavior do sea otters exhibit to keep from drifting apart while sleeping?
Tie themselves with kelp
Sleep in dens
Hold hands
Use floating logs
4. What is a group of otters in water called?
Romp
Pod
Raft
Pack
5. What is the primary diet of river otters?
Fruits
Fish
Insects
Algae
6. How do otters primarily communicate with each other?
Visual signals
Vocalizations
Scent markings
Touch
7. Which of these tools might a sea otter use to open shellfish?
Stones
Sticks
Leaves
Bones
8. What is the distinctive feature of giant otters?
Red fur
Large webbed feet
White throat markings
Striped tail
9. How much of their body weight do some otters eat daily?
10%
25%
15%
30%
10. Where are sea otters primarily found?
Atlantic Ocean
Indian Ocean
Pacific Ocean
Southern Ocean
11. Which otter species is the smallest?
Sea Otter
Giant Otter
European Otter
Asian Small-Clawed Otter
12. What is one of the main threats to otter populations worldwide?
Climate change
Deforestation
Oil spills
Ocean acidification
13. How do otters keep their fur waterproof?
Using natural oils
Frequent grooming
Secreting wax
Swimming frequently
14. What adaptation helps otters hunt underwater?
Enhanced vision
Sensitive whiskers
Electric sensing
Sharp claws
15. How many pups can river otters have in one litter?
1-3
3-6
5-8
2-4
16. What method do otters use to keep their prey stored while foraging?
Pocket under their arm
Hide it in kelp
Swallow and regurgitate
Bury it in sand
17. Which of the following has the densest fur of any animal?
Polar Bear
Sea Otter
Arctic Fox
Beaver
18. How long can sea otters hold their breath underwater?
2 minutes
4 minutes
6 minutes
8 minutes
19. In which country are giant otters primarily found?
