Category Archives: Offshore energy

Taking a stand for the otters you love!!!

Posted on February 9, 2011 by The Otter Project

So this morning, I was delighted when I opened up my email to find an article about Dr. Terrie Williams studying the heartrate of marine animals up in Santa Cruz to determine how they are affected by our actions.   I … Continue reading →

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HR 261: Ban Offshore Oil

Posted on February 1, 2011 by The Otter Project

Although oil is highly toxic and dangerous to all living creatures, our favorite furry friends are exceptionally susceptible to oil’s negative impacts. Sea otters rely on their dense fur to keep them warm in the water and, when oiled, they … Continue reading →

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From the mouths of babes

Posted on June 16, 2010 by otterheather

I was cleaning up our website and came across this picture in our kids art gallery.  In light of recent events, I thought I would share it with you.  No other words are neccessary.  Thanks Natalia!

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Sea otters speak to Secretary Salazar (now say that five times, fast)

Posted on April 24, 2009 by Allison

Otters were well represented at last week’s public meeting in San Francisco, hosted by new Secretary of the Interior, Ken Salazar. The meeting was part of an effort by the Department of the Interior to consider public input on proposed … Continue reading →

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