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But a possible explanation for her behavior only recently emerged when U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services confirmed the otter gave birth to a pup. In a statement, officials said her behavior could have been attributed to her pregnancy. Officials say they will continue to monitor Sea Otter 841, but have no plans to capture her or the pup any time soon. They are reminding people that southern sea otters are protected by the Endangered Species Act, Marine Mammal Protection Act and state law.
They're also urging people to keep distance between the otter and her offspring, which will give the pair the best chance of surviving in the wild.The challenge is almost unimaginable: Truckloads of sand — enough to fill five Olympic swimming pools — were needed for one job to save just one small stretch of beach.
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