Swimming slowly through coastal waters in Florida, the Caribbean, and West Africa, manatees can cover up to 25 miles in a day. These gentle plant eaters, who inspired the mermaid myth, are endangered throughout their range by human activity.
Precious Protection
Human activity is pushing natural habitat to the brink of collapse, both in the ocean and on land. The Wildlife Land Trust helps preserve permanent wildlife sanctuary for all animals. Find out more.
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