It's A Fact Because manatees have evolved with few natural enemies, they have not needed the protection or cooperation of a herd. Get more facts.
Run For The Manatees! Join the 14th Annual 5K Run or Virtual Run on May 20th.
Decision Puts Manatees In Danger The FWS rule to reclassify West Indian manatees from endangered to threatened is unjustified and puts them in greater danger. Learn why it was not a good decision and what you can do. Watch our video.
MRRP Is Going Strong The Monofilament Recovery and Recycling Program has been steadily growing over the past two decades. Learn about recent efforts and how you can recycle used fishing line in Florida and other areas. Go.
Manatee Sightings See recent photos and videos of the adoptees, watch a curious juvenile follow the research canoe, check in on Aqua and Annie and their offspring, and watch a video proving Brutus was in for the season! View now.
Manatee Q & A Q. I have heard that some manatees eat something called manatee grass. What is it and where does it grow?
Get the video answer from SMC's Dr. Katie Tripp. Send your question and if we feature it, you'll get a free gift!
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