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Can Otters Swim?

Feb 7, 2023 | otters

You’re here because you want to know the answer to one interesting question.

Can otters swim?

Yes, otters can swim.

How fast can otters swim?

6-7 miles per hour

How long can otters swim?

Sea otters have been known to stay submerged for more than 5 minutes at a time

Can otters outswim a human?

No, otters can probably not swim faster than a human. The average human swims about 2mph (maybe even a little faster if you’re in danger), which would likely be enough to outswim this animal.

Ann Arthurs

Ann Arthurs

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I’m a regular contributor for About the Animal. I enjoy animals, research and writing.