While out early working during the low tide this morning (27 May 2025), we were in the middle of a survey when Eric heard a splash and turned to see a River Otter (Lontra canadensis) swimming not too far away from us. (We were somewhat hidden by a rock.) Eventually the otter caught a large fish and it climbed up onto a rock and starting eating.
Although we only had a point-and-shoot camera, Eric was able to take a short video. I think this is a Striped Surfperch (Embiotoca lateralis), but if you have a different opinion, please let me know! [If you can't see the video player in the e-mail, click on the title of this post above to find the video on the NHBH web page.]
With gratitude for sharing coastal habitats with otter and fish!
