Question

which of the following typical adaptations of marine animals is not found in sea otters?
a. streamlined body
b. webbed hands and feet
c. body covered in thick fur
d. breathing apparatus on the top of the head
please select the best answer from the choices provided

Explanation:

• Option a: A streamlined body helps in reducing water resistance while swimming, which sea otters have.
• Option b: Webbed hands and feet assist in swimming, and sea otters possess them.
• Option c: Sea otters have thick fur for insulation in cold water.
• Option d: Breathing apparatus on the top of the head (like blow - holes in whales) is not a feature of sea otters. Sea otters have nostrils on their nose (not on the top of the head) which they can close when underwater.

Answer:

D. breathing apparatus on the top of the head