Happy Birthday to Schuster the Sea Otter!

Happy birthday, Schuster! At 12 years old, Schu is the oldest (and perhaps wisest) of our sea otters. His caretakers say he’s quick to learn new behaviors, and is always a joy to work with.

Schuster was found stranded on a California beach in October 2011 with a large wound on his side, suggesting he was bitten by a shark. He was taken to Monterey Bay Aquarium for treatment; orphaned and just 10 weeks old, he was declared non-releasable. Schuster came to his forever-home at OCAq in May 2012, where he was named after Steve Schuster, the pilot who donated his time and aircraft to transport him from California. Since then, Schuster has eaten countless clams and charmed countless fans.

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[galaxy]

Happy Birthday, Schuster! I hope you have many more fun birthdays!
I love you and all the other animals there lots!
❤❤❤❤❤

[maddywhitby]

i am obsessed with this little guy with his ice block oh my god

[MaryBerry-lb]

If Shuster has a million fans, then I am one of them. If Shuster has ten fans, then I am one of them. If Shuster has only one fan then that is me. If Shuster has no fans, then that means I am no longer on earth. If the world is against Shuster, then I am against the world. I love you so much Shuster you are my favourite ❤❤❤

[TheKaidynB]

Happy birthday to you!
Happy birthday to you!
Happy birthday dear Schuster!
Happy birthday to you!
🎂🦦🦪

P.s I love how he just took his entire treat and just pulled it away like “Thanks for the cake but I gotta run! I’ve got otter stuff to do”