Close Encounter of the Otter Kind, Otter in Kayak

[@roxxasthedemonslayer6935]

reminds of a similar incident, the guy was fishing off his kayak and had a younger otter climb onto his boat. Turns out it had trash/seaweed tangled in its back legs and needed help. Guy untangled him, and it took off. Some ten, fifteen minutes later it came back, and dropped a fish into the boat, barked a few times then left.

[@SIMOPARAS]

Wow..!

[@GoddessStone]

Thank you for sharing that! It's amazing. I am in Germany now, but was born and raised in Santa Cruz. I used to surf as a kid, and sometimes when out with my step dad at Pleasure Point, I would get scared because there was so much seaweed, and it was...weird. Somehow, when I would get anxious, and otter would pop out of nowhere, as if to say "you're okay, look how I am playing, would I do that if something scary was here?". In times like these, it is so wonderful remember the magic times of our lives. And as I watch the pink moon rise over Lake Constance, I see the magical times are still here. Big virtual hug.

[@lornperkins4270]

Hey Roxxas do you have the link to that footage I would love to see it.

[@Freiya2011]

...stories that are tooo heartwarming to believe!😍

[@irenehartlmayr8369]

How sweet! He was saying " Thank you " by presenting something that he treasures to the man. Only way at his disposition! Animals are so cute and intelligent.....He was also giving help to the man in his way,by presenting him with a fish that the man was possibly not able to catch himself

[@skyak4493]

Yeah sometimes when otters are washing they get stuck in the spin cycle.

[@KLFD530]

In a galaxy far far a bay, somewhere in Monterey.

[@howardsway782]

What a little magic moment, put a big smile on my face. It's times like these that makes life worth living. thanks for posting.

[@alexanderthegreatest1781]

I appreciate the message at the end. Respect nature and admire it from a safe distance.

[@Spahny1]

Might have been a rescue/release otter. He sure was comfortable with humans.

[@offthewall2017]

Absolutely was, that spinning thing it was doing is something aquarium handlers have them do before they feed them

[@SB-hc1nt]

Nice video, I was born and raised in Monterey. Otters especially the ones released from the Monterey Aquarium are extremely friendly. They move fast on land too. I used to got Del Monte Beach all the time running and sitting on the beach. One time there was a girl released from the aquarium she was super curious she run onto the beach and yanked out my towel I was in a tug of war with her. She won and took it back into the sea. She was just having fun. That area and Moss Landing on the other side of where you were are full of otters.

[@demopem]

I suspect it had an itch or parasite or something it couldn't quite reach in the water (hence the spinning), so it went on the kayak to get at it.

[@mehitabel1290]

Of course! Obvious now you say it.

[@imbwildrd3693]

I give that otter a 10 out of 10 for his mount onto the boat. Six tuck rolls then a smooth entry onto the kayak....perfect.

[@maximumjesus]

thanks for the warning at the end. Otters look so cute that sometimes you can forget that they are not pets but actually wild animals that can be dangerous.

[@shawnkincheloesr5192]

That is that absolute cutest little thing ever. 🥰 That little thing makes you want to try and keep it as a pet ☺️

[@GuitarBassCigar]

Very wise to add that notice at the end of the video. That had to be a great experience.

[@frankpinmtl]

Human: "Hey little otter - whatcha doing? Cleaning yourself? Otter: "Nah, just waiting here til that 15 ft great white leaves. Don't worry, he tips the kayak - I'll be outta here. You guys can deal with him..."

[@faerieSAALE]

Otters are very cute and interesting animals - but in the wild - they aren't something you want to entice to come close. This couple was very blessed to have a visit by a sea otter. It needed their kyack for a bit of self-maintenance grooming. No harm in that.

[@Freiya2011]

What a privilege you have to be able to meet them!

[@jenniferthomas5305]

Great video! Obviously you're animal lovers - thanks for being so welcoming and engaging with them. Lucky otters to choose you guys!

[@teresaf991]

They did the right thing knowing not to try to touch it. But how cute. Glad they got the video.

[@bryanpelton6646]

That was Otterly adorable!

[@Bill-px7so]

Otter: "I'll try spinning. That's a good trick."

[@purrrrson]

What an absolutely incredible and unforgettable experience. How lucky, for you two. Thanks for sharing!!

[@harmonyworx243]

WoWsERs! What an amazing experience! How KEWL :) ...glad you guys didn't get hurt and even more happy you caught it on tape to share. Thank you!

[@moonbeanification]

It's the highest honor to be chosen by an animal ♥♥♥

[@sonjatheierl1]

Angels come in many forms

[@DReardon-hq2vb]

What an amazing encounter. Glad everyone is safe!

[@abinormal1410]

That was a great video. Thanks for posting. You two rock!

[@mandycouperco2422]

What a wonderful experience. Lucky people.

[@stevenhulbert7540]

Great experience. There was no human invitation the otter just decided to hop on, clean and relax...

[@thomasdaily4363]

2:23 Kayaker - Whatcha doin'? Otter - My butt itches. Do you mind?

[@krisp8434]

This is so awesome!! You guys are so lucky that must have been an amazing experience.

[@fw1421]

Feel privileged that he wanted to join you on the kayak,I’m sure it doesn’t happen often.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@jburnett8152]

A very special memory 💕

[@pow9th]

Stan Lee is everywhere these days.

[@kellygervais3440]

Ninth lol, they put him in every movie..

[@billheuber5884]

So glad neither of you got bit! Now, awesome video! Such a cute and amazing experience! 👍🙌👏🌌

[@Lee18902000]

I don't think animals would attack human for no reasons, sea otter is more like the sea dog, they are just curious and friendly specie. Keep it in mind, always follow the nature law. They might be cute but you still don't wanna mess with them.

[@jessicajarczyk6284]

I don't know if anyone mentioned it, but sea otters are constantly grooming (so whoever said sea otters are like cats is more correct than they know lol). Sea otters don't have layers of fat like seals or whales and they rely on a layer of air trapped in their fur to help insulate them from the cold water. In order to maintain that layer of air, they have to groom and "fluff" their fur regularly throughout the day. The otter probably saw your boat as an opportunity to put some real effort into a grooming and fluffing session.

[@bernieponcik1351]

That's exactly what I was thinking! Thank you for being so eloquent.

[@emilyrasputin]

Waterfowl have similar glands as well. That's why they ruffle their tail feathers with their bill after leaving the water. Thanks for mentioning this!

[@leoniemillerl4487]

Monterey Bay looks like an amazing place to live. Lots of wild sea life videos seem to be filmed there. Thanks for posting yours.

[@wendymorrison5619]

The spinning was the otter trying to groom a skin irritation. You were a peaceful and familiar sight and it felt safe enough there. Fabulous but frightening too, as weirdos could take advantage of this trust.

[@mamaluca1958]

Otters r so adorable... I think when Ooers feel lonely and see humans they want the attention 💞💕💓

[@redwoods7370]

My heart melted. Until I read the warning at the end!!!

[@anniegeturgun3564]

Spinning is how they trap air in their coat to keep themselves buoyant and warm.

[@Electreel64]

It's a good trick.

[@sahajdurnin1261]

Wow, that was amazing Mindy! That otter must have been attracted to your glowing aura's. :-) What a wonderful experience.

[@kathrynbruchhauser1890]

Agreed !! I'm not the least bit afraid of small non-venomous snakes, lizards, non venomous spiders etc.......but even small mammals like chipmunks, squirrels, otters......and larger mammals like dolphins, bears, bison, etc.....can inflict serious bites with the possibility of infection or trample you if they are frightened or acting territorial. Never approach a wild mammal, and if one approaches you, don't make any sudden movements. I'm glad a lot of the human-wild animal interactions video-ed on KZbin turn out positive !! They're really fun to watch !!

[@longshot7601]

Where I go paddling there are seal on some of the docks. I'm amazed at how often people go right up to them. I'm equally amazed at the lack of injuries but it only takes once for a life changing injury to happen.

[@seanhall9078]

He jumped aboard to get that itch and was tierd of spinning in the water and making himself dizzy.

[@danielmckay3458]

Sean Hall I think your right he had something biting him or something going on

[@melblack7412]

Agreed, something was bothering him.

[@agiantcub8it542]

Nothing was bothering him, they groom to keep warm. Add air to their dense coats..

[@moebees3060]

Good catch. It was not grooming behavior except to the extent that you can call trying to remove what was bothering the otter, grooming. But definitely not normal grooming behavior. But of course the people in the kayak were completely clueless. The tumbling behavior when they first saw the animal should have been a clue something was wrong. But when the otter climbs in the kayak and bites continually at the same spot near it's tail you know something is after him or her. The otter didn't get in because it likes them. Get a brain woman.

[@sonjatheierl1]

The otters are hand reared then released even though its with an otter puppet they still know people raised them. YOU ARE BLESSED!

[@justsaying1818]

I love the clean crystal waters.

[@robertmillen2967]

Her “What does it feel like to have a otter between your legs?” Him “it a feeling like no otter”

[@minsyubsyub5213]

The otter looks very comfortable being on the kayak with you. You're right. He looks cute and sweet, but he's still wild animal. Anyway, you are lucky to have this experience and, yes, the otter chose you ☺

[@mitzyismad]

Well! Just make yourself right at home there. These guys are so bold.

[@joeywilburn8672]

What's it like to have a beaver between yours?

[@drunkbuzzard3237]

That was my news paper route in 1970 from PG to the RR tracks on the row. Sat on the rocks inside Hopkins Research one day while delivering their paper and watched a grey whale with calf 50 ft off shore swim in slow circles. Used to play in those tide pools before it was illegal and roamed inside the abandoned canneries before they were tourist spots. My great aunts picture chopping fish heads from 1948 life magazine in Portola cannery that is now aquarium is blown up huge and hanging in the mall across from the aquarium. Grew up in PG. Those were the days.

[@larryx1707]

That's an awesome story, thanks for sharing. Have a great day☺

[@abidababida7096]

the trick is to just let it do what it wants. dont try to evict it. i bet he was just tired and wanted a rest. would have never tried to bite if u just let it rest there a while

[@aa1bb2cc3dd4]

THey could also have just kept on paddling around and it would have just fallen asleep. Im sure the warmth of the sun felt nice

[@lornperkins4270]

I would let it do what it wanted as long as it wasn't causing harm and if I had a fish I would give it one for sure. Otters are special creatures and that one although wild likes humans and not only swam near but invited itself on board..climbed into the guys lap and got comfortable..now that's bold..I wish I was in that guys place.

[@stevehenrichs5091]

a you don't mind if i hop up in here do ya? i'am tired from all that swimming.i'am bushed

[@cacatr4495]

Interesting otter scene. Wise words of advice.

[@brutusbarnabus8098]

2:00 "So what's it like to have an otter between your legs?" "Definitely not like a beaver!"

[@TR4zest]

I came here to type this. Cheers!

[@Meeesa]

LMAO.

[@richrockefeller3331]

My favourite animal.

[@selinesbeau]

Oh, that's why he was spinning. He couldn't reach that bit without some traction.

[@PCJ52]

Exactly

[@angelaphipps4355]

What a sweet sea otter

[@jolienvsndijk]

I love cute animal videos that also educate instead of pretending wild animals are pets

[@percival23]

The disclaimer at the end of this video is hysterical. "Any close contact with a wild animal should be avoided" themselves

[@inconspicuousridervlog4964]

He got you off guard with his circus act.

[@TheDoug2103]

they seem to have nothing but love.

[@WildlifeObsessed]

Heed their WARNING. Extremely sharp teeth and powerful jaws, capable of piercing right through your head or forearm. No joke.

[@jamespisano1164]

What an amazing and memorable experience.

[@kellygervais3440]

That was amazing, thanks for sharing, glad no harm was done to any of you... 😆

[@decam5329]

Close Encounters of the Otter Kind? The Otter Limit's?

[@sid2112]

Underrated comment.

[@JesusChrist-ir1td]

@@sid2112 It's not fur is it?

[@tracesmith4966]

What a beautiful experience...and she fell asleep? That's amazing. I think she was a bit hopped up on "seaweed"judging by her behavior. Hahaha

[@Gromit801]

The secret tactics of world otter domination. Cute yourself right into the boats.

[@bluecollarcanuck]

1000 years in the future: WW4, Otters vs. Dolphins vs. Raccoons.

[@user-xn4kt5zd9s]

They don't call them dogs of the sea for nothing.

[@mrchava4159]

Seals are actually the dogs of sea

[@rebeccalucas6063]

If he/she didn't want to go back into the water just yet, don't make him/her leave, take him/her on a kiyac cruise, it came to you, you didn't force it on board. I'd be honored if it were me as long as it wasn't a shark. People pay as much as $300 a person to swim with otters in some places.

[@r.g.o3879]

One thing a lot of people don't realize is there are an awful lot of seals and sea otters that have been rescued by marine institutes that now feel safe around humans. It seems to happen quite a lot these days, but yes they can be very dangerous if they wish.

[@sdmfbastard]

Lol i was gonna say i dont think those people realized the damage it could have done if startled or what what not

[@a.b.37-f9v]

@@sdmfbastard did you read the disclaimer they wrote at the end warning of this very thing??

[@murfdawgsmum]

Otterly amazing!!

[@awarenesswithnaturellcnatu4745]

Happy World Otter Day - celebrating all of the otters in this world!!!

[@Urdailyapple]

the new star wars looks great

[@topixfromthetropix1674]

Your scrolling text made me think the Galactic Empire would kidnap the otter.

[@malcolmfraser7939]

Nice video. Thanks.

[@bluetickfreddy101]

as a12 year old I'd watch my dad walk into that same bay to scuba 1970 was on my own till he resurfaced those were the days my friend

[@whatcher8151]

oh yes they were

[@melissaivy5199]

Wow this is just amazingly awesome!!!! I'm glad no one got bit seriously!!!!

[@derodero4127]

Beautiful

[@ebond4]

Why do otters (and sometimes seals) do this, does anyone know? I've seen quite a few videos showing similar scenarios, which makes me curious about this behaviour. In videos where the people are fishing, or where the animal is being chased by predators, it is fairly obvious why they would jump into a boat with humans. In cases like that, the animals behaviour is clearly driven by survival instincts for food and safety, regardless of whether or not they have fear of humans. This otter however, seems to have no fear of humans at all, and I'm guessing the same would apply to the others in his.....group ("family"? "pack"? lol). The only things I can think of to potentially explain the scenario in this video (and others like it) is that perhaps one or more of the other groups of people were irresponsible enough to have been feeding the otters, and this one though these people would do the same? Or maybe the otter simply wanted a break from swimming and a chance to absorb some sun? But, then again, otters even sleep in the water...so idk if it would even need a "break"...? Lol. I guess I know what I'm doing for the next while.... as off to Google I go to fill my brain with otter info., lol. It's more than a little unnerving that some marine mammals have completely lost their fear of us, as it could easily lead to them and/or the people involved getting seriously hurt. Even more so if the poor animal encounters a human whose intention is to hunt them. Like other people who posted comments on this video, I too give these people a lot of credit for resisting the urge to pet this otter, and also for them specifically pointing out the dangers of potential encounters with wild otters at the end of this video. Props! :)

[@dgr8flav]

I'm guessing they have watched humans and their terrestrial furry friends playing on shores.

[@MisterCOM]

Otters dont have a thick fat layer and use a their thick oily coat to trap water to keep warm wich wont work if it gets soaked through so to need to redo their oil every now and then

[@producedbydna8028]

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[@ahillmann]

The otter was on a roll when in the water.

[@Flashahol]

Just like a dog: chasing his tail, licking his balls and shaking himself dry on you, then not wanting to get out of the car...

[@richardappleby216]

do you think it could be a reintroduced back to the wild one

[@andrewskeith4114]

Always pack kevlar gloves when you go kayaking in otter infested waters. You never know when you might pick up unexpected passengers!

[@misterkaos.357]

Even my chainmail gloves that I bought for shark diving?

[@misterkaos.357]

Ok, calm down there nerd

[@andrewskeith4114]

Here we have the mansplainer, in its natural habitat.

[@misterkaos.357]

I mean, you should always wear gloves while kayaking, regardless of otters.

[@andrewskeith4114]

most people with sense: I'm wearing my gloves, because protecting my hands from cuts and scrapes is just good sense. Otter: Hmmmm, this does not look/smell/taste like food, so I better not bite down on it. It could be dangerous. uncletigger: Gloves won't protect my hands from an otter biting down on my finger, so I'm not wearing gloves. Otter: Hmmm, this [finger] sure looks/smells/tastes like food. Time to chow down. Welp, folks. I tried give a good word of advice, but I guess some folks would rather attack it with their mansplanations. To each their own, right?

[@dreamsofturtles1828]

He thought you were his Uber ride.

[@fyiaustralia9686]

Wow! Like a bird in the hand, you got an otter in the kayak. Awesome.

[@patricia2645]

I didn't have a river otter jump in, but while kayaking, I got a big BUMP and splashed, then she swam to cat tails and scooped up a pup!

[@rosamrc923]

Adorable!

[@gisawslonim9716]

Does this otter make a habit of catching rides? Or was it a one-off? He looked as if he knew how to get into the kayak and what to expect, a pro in other words. Weird and wonderful, as nature surely is.

[@elemkay5104]

Curious, intelligent and only dangerous when threatened or treated without respect. Which goes for life and nature in general

[@patriciafaulkner3771]

thanks for warning.

[@rreidnauer]

Is that an otter between your legs, or are you just happy to see me?

[@lornperkins4270]

Haa haa

[@marymccann-scott8690]

Wonderful. Good advice.👏👏👏

[@mehitabel1290]

So refreshing not to have the usual human screeching and screaming that accompanies any vid featuring sea mammals.

[@Gr8Layks]

I think you mean women in general.

[@mehitabel1290]

@@Gr8Layks Well, it's true. Whenever a sea mammal appears, most of the deafening human noise does come from women.

[@jazminestryder]

I bet he was itchy on his butt and couldn't get it in the water so he decided to use their kayak as a place to do so lol

[@dnomyarnostaw]

That's what I thought. Hard to reach your itchy butt in water.

[@lindaway5889]

That must have been awesome!

[@GetBenched2010]

Such a snuggly baby!

[@jbharco40]

While I worked at the Shedd Aquarium in the 1980's we took in Sea Otters from an oil spill. One of the Marine aquarist had their lower lip bitten off by one. It is wise to always respect and be aware of all animal life in nature.

[@brooke127]

Thank you for sharing this. It's true.

[@elemkay5104]

Context is important. Animals lash out when they are in pain or feel threatened, just like people. One clearly in a playful mood won't behave in the same way. But yeah a healthy amount respect (not fear) is always the way to go

[@spacewrangler68]

I noticed they didn't pet it or make friends with it. i think they did well

[@chowsindahouse]

Maybe it was letting you know they didn't appreciate all the oil in their living room......?

[@JesusChrist-ir1td]

They shouldn't have been trying to kiss it. Otters don't kiss on a first date.

[@joebuckaroo82]

They should make a movie where sea and river otters are replaced by Giant Otters from Brazil. Oh the CARNAGE!

[@hannecatton2179]

Well done for adding the ´caveat´ at the end . Very cute post but it is a wild animal .

[@TuckerSP2011]

That's an honor but it must have been a bit scary!

[@Raymond-rr5iv]

Absolutely adorable !!♡!!

[@aprili.3802]

Reminds me of my cat coming over to curl up in my lap

[@bradnelysteeles4921]

Overload cuteness 😂😘😘😘