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A MANATEE'S JOURNEY
Often disrupted by irresponsible boaters who collide with these gentle giants in shallow warm waters. There are manatee zones designated by law enforcement but many of these boaters speed and ignore signs. In order to be a resposible boater, be watchful and respectful of these beautiful creatures and their shallow sea grass habitats.
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BOAT COLLISIONS/PROPELLER INJURIES
The results of a careless boater: luckily, this manatee was able to survive its fluke injuries and stay in its habitat.
