A river otter breaks the surface of the marshy water, its sleek head emerging as it curiously surveys its surroundings at Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge. The rippling patterns on the water's surface are shaped by the reflection of the overcast sky and the otter’s occasional, playful splashes. Known for their solitary and territorial nature, these intriguing creatures patrol their environment with a sharp eye, always alert to the world around them.

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