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Scientists make unexpected discovery about Florida's beloved manatees: 'The actual bones ... are extremely uncommon'
Researchers discovered a lack of archaeological or historical evidence that this species lived in this area early on.
These invasive pests are tormenting Florida’s manatees
Armored catfish are driving manatees out of their warm-water refuges, putting their health at risk. Here’s why it’s happening ...
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Small Florida manatee saved by FWC, transported to SeaWorld for cold stress rehabilitation
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission staff found a small female manatee with severe cold stress in a ditch ...
As Florida experiences cold snaps, manatees migrate to warmer areas to avoid 'cold stress'
Prolonged exposure to cold water can cause manatees to lose body heat, leading to a potentially fatal condition known as "cold stress." ...
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Herbicide threatens manatee immune systems, UF study finds
A new University of Florida study focusing on manatees’ immune systems reveals ... White blood cells act protectively within the body, patrolling the bloodstream for harmful invaders such ...
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As Florida experiences cold snaps, manatees migrate to warmer areas to avoid 'cold stress'
Florida manatees spend up to eight hours a day grazing on seagrasses and other marine or freshwater vegetation, consuming up to 10% of their body weight in aquatic vegetation a day. They rest two ...