Instructional Video2:06
Curated Video

These Orangutans Coexist Harmoniously with a Family of Otters

6th - Higher Ed
San Diego Zoo's Olivia Degn explains how animals are exposed to constant enrichment through inter-species interaction, which can be very interesting to observe.
Instructional Video1:35
Curated Video

How the Animals of the Ituri Forest Kick Off the Fall Season

6th - Higher Ed
Learn how zookeepers use enrichment to encourage species-specific behaviors, and why it's so important.
Instructional Video1:59
Curated Video

This Blind Otter Learns New Surroundings With the Help of a Friend

6th - Higher Ed
The giant otter found a friendly female companion to help him explore his new environment after being transferred from a rehabilitation center.
Instructional Video2:06
Curated Video

These Animals Illustrate the Importance of Multi-Species Exhibits

6th - Higher Ed
The mixed-species pairings create a more dynamic experience for the animals and provide constant enrichment through species interaction.
Instructional Video2:04
Curated Video

Sea Otter Helps Friend Keep Her Coat in Check

6th - Higher Ed
Sea otters have a very special coat that requires regular grooming to ensure the cold water doesn't get to their skin, and some need a little more help than others to keep it in check.
Instructional Video2:04
Curated Video

Sea Otters Need to Be Groomed But It’s a Very Tough Job

6th - Higher Ed
Sea otters have a very special coat that requires regular grooming to ensure the cold water doesn't get to their skin, and some need a little more help than others to keep it in check.
Instructional Video10:08
Curated Video

Exploring the World of Rodents: From Rats to Hamsters

3rd - 12th
In this video, the teacher discusses various types of rodents, their characteristics, habitats, and ecological roles. The video also clarifies misconceptions about otters and other animals being rodents. It provides interesting facts...
Instructional Video1:38
Curated Video

The Playful World of Sea Otters

Pre-K - 3rd
This educational video provides an engaging and informative look into the world of sea otters. Viewers learn about the physical characteristics of sea otters, their playful nature, and their unique behaviors such as using tools to open...
Instructional Video4:53
Brave Wilderness

Baby Otter Feeding Time!

6th - 8th
On this episode of Breaking Trail, Coyote has the honor of feeding one incredibly adorable Baby Otter Pup! Rescued just days earlier, this orphaned River Otter was lucky enough to find its way to the wildlife rehabilitation sanctuary...
Podcast5:55
Earth Rangers

River Otters

Pre-K - Higher Ed
North American river otters have adapted both physically and behaviorally to survive the long, cold winters of North America. This episode of Earth Rangers features an interview with a conservation zoologist about how the river otter’s...
Instructional Video23:46
Curated Video

Fry

K - Higher Ed
First we check in on two green sea turtles, which were found washed up on a beach, and have been resting at Sydney’s Zoo and

Aquarium until they are ready to be released into the wild. Then we visit Sumatran tiger cubs – also in...
Instructional Video
PBS

Pbs Teachers: Otters

3rd - 8th
Observe the characteristics and behavior of otters. Watch kids use the scientific method to find out if otters groom more in captivity or in the wilderness.