It’s always kind of surprising to me when people act like animals aren’t just weird little guys of their very own, with likes, dislikes, preferences, and personalities. Scientists often to research ...

Sea Otter 841 spent the summer terrorizing Santa Cruz surfers and kayakers. However, wildlife officials recently confirmed she gave birth to a pup and said her reign ...

The search for an otter known for her aggressive behavior towards surfers in Santa Cruz has been called off this week, after a possible explanation for her actions emerged: she was pregnant. The otter ...

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SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KGO) -- The surfboard-biting sea otter in Santa Cruz has once again - evaded capture attempts by wildlife officials. Patrick Philips and his wife Jennifer are both visiting Santa ...

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KMPH) — The Santa Cruz Otter 841 that has recently been attacking surfers remains elusive. With popularity, many people have taken to social media protesting to "Keep 841 free" but ...

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KGO) -- The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is warning people enjoying the waters along West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz about an aggressive sea otter that has been seen going after ...

A sea otter is stealing surfers' boards in Santa Cruz's Steamer Lane. One incident promoted an emergency water rescue by the Santa Cruz Fire Department. The incidents are reminiscent of the surfboard ...