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animals2 years ago

"Surfer Safety Alert: Aggressive Sea Otter Spotted in Santa Cruz, California"

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has issued a warning to beachgoers in Santa Cruz, California about an aggressive sea otter that has been targeting surfers. The otter, captured in photos and videos, has been approaching surfers and kayakers, causing damage to surfboards and prompting some to swim back to shore. The otter's behavior is considered unusual and concerning, possibly due to hormonal surges or human interaction. Efforts are underway to capture and study the otter, while visitors are urged to keep their distance.

via KABC-TV|
#aggressive-behavior#animals#california
wildlife2 years ago

Sea Otter Menace: Surfboard Theft Spreads Panic in California

Wildlife officials in California are searching for a female sea otter that has been displaying aggressive behavior towards humans, particularly surfers, at Cowell Beach in Santa Cruz. The otter, born in captivity, was released into the wild but continued to be monitored. Trained marine wildlife experts from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Monterey Bay Aquarium are working together to capture the otter, which has not caused any confirmed injuries.

via USA TODAY|
#aggressive-behavior#california#capture-efforts
environment2 years ago

"Rogue Sea Otter Targets Santa Cruz Surfers, Authorities Issue Warning"

A 5-year-old female sea otter named Otter 841 has been stealing and damaging surfboards from surfers in Santa Cruz, California. Due to the increasing public safety risk, wildlife officials have deployed a team to capture and rehome her. Sea otters usually have an innate fear of humans, but interactions can occur during hormonal surges or if they are fed or repeatedly approached. Otter 841 was raised in captivity and released into the wild, but quickly lost her fear of humans. If captured, she will be transferred to a different aquarium to live out her days. Authorities are urging surfers to avoid her, and experts advise against sharing close encounters on social media to prevent misinterpretation and potential harm to the animal.

via The New York Times|
#california#endangered-species#environment
mountain-biking2 years ago

Sea Otter Classic 2023: Tech Highlights and Event Recap.

Online commenters are joking about a potential sinkhole at the Sea Otter event in 2023, overshadowing the launch of new products by a product designer/engineer team. Additionally, some commenters discuss the benefits of using Schrader valves over Presta valves for tubeless systems, while others joke about the length of bike cranks and the potential appearance of Cam Zink at the event.

via Pinkbike.com|
#cam-zink#cranks#mountain-biking