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Science says some sea otters rarely use rocks while others use them for almost every meal, their teeth may explain why

🦦 The Toothy Truth Behind Otter Rock Stars

Published by OOPSONLINE.IN · Source: The Economic Times · 1 min read · · Updated

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Imagine your dentist lecturing you because you forgot to use your designated clam-smashing rock to protect your enamel. Work smarter, not harder, little guys.

What actually happened

Sea otters survive largely on marine invertebrates such as sea urchins, crabs, clams, mussels and snails. Getting to that food, however, isn't always easy. Many of these animals are protected by tough shells or hard exoskeletons that can withstand substantial force, leaving otters with the challenge of breaking through these natural defenses before they can eat.

Key points

  • Sea otters survive largely on marine invertebrates such as sea urchins, crabs, clams, mussels and snails.
  • Getting to that food, however, isn't always easy.
  • Many of these animals are protected by tough shells or hard exoskeletons that can withstand substantial force, leaving otters with the challenge of breaking through these natural defenses before they can eat.

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