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90 schools use the "Otters" mascot.
Most common states: California (19), Florida (12), Washington (11)
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Hey there If you've ever come across a school mascot that's as cute as it is cool, you might have met the otter. These furry friends are not just adorable; they're also quite popular in the school mascot world. Did you know that otters are used as mascots by about 90 schools across the USA? They're especially loved in Vermont, where they're the most popular mascot per capita. Otters are known for their playful and friendly nature, which makes them a perfect fit for schools that value community and teamwork. Imagine a mascot that embodies the spirit of holding hands (or paws) together, just like sea otters do when they sleep. It's a symbol of unity and friendship that resonates deeply with students and staff alike. So next time you see an otter mascot, remember they're not just cute faces; they represent the strong bonds within their school community 🛡️.
Hear how the Otters fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 19 programs flying the Otters banner across California. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Phoenix Hughes
California Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like Vermont. With 2 schools per million residents, the Otters is part of daily conversations here.”
Casey Garcia
Vermont Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Otters delivers the perfect animal energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Riley Singh
Regional Pep Collective
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
90 schools in our database use the Otters mascot across 26 states.
The Otters shows up most in California (19), Florida (12), and Washington (11). Vt also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Otters as a Animal and Mammal mascot. Programs note that it is often described as cute.
Elementary programs adopt the Otters most often (71 schools). Other (13) and High School (5) also feature this mascot.