Height 3 1/4" Length 1 3/4" Width 3/4" Weight 1 oz. Otters symbolize joy, playfulness, and sharing. Otters awaken our curiosity, reminding us that everything is interesting if we look at it from the right angle. They are very social, seldom seen alone in nature. They love water, and are found in rivers, lakes, and the ocean. Adult otters have few enemies, and they protect their young very well. Mothers chase the father out of the den when her babies are born. When the young are old enough to leave the den, the father is allowed to rejoin the family. Mom teaches the babies how to swim.