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Manatee Mating Herd

Mother Nature at work: It's manatee mating season

Manatee Mating Herd Sightings It’s the time of year when manatee mating and calving activity is beginning to increase, and boaters and beachgoers may observe manatee mating herds in shallow, nearshore waters. Mating herds are composed of one female followed by a group of several male manatees. These herds may stay together for hours or even days at a time but are typically not stranded and therefore do not need assistance from humans. Make sure to keep your distance! While we normally think of m

A 410-pound manatee rescued from a Florida storm drain is recovering at SeaWorld Orlando

Orphaned Manatee Rescued: This baby manatee will get a second chance thanks to our manatee rescue and research team! Manatee rescues usually begin with a citizen report to our Wildlife Alert Hotline (888-404-3922). Staff then assess and when necessary, respond and provide the injured, sick or stranded manatee with the help it needs. This orphaned calf was rescued by our staff, FWC Law Enforcement and Dolphin Research Center. The calf is at SeaWorld Orlando now getting the care it needs to be abl