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Manatee Facts

Did you know that Florida’s West Indian manatee is one of four species of gentle marine mammals in the sirenian family? Manatees are plant-eaters, spending their days grazing in freshwater and coastal ecosystems. While they may look curious and friendly, it’s essential to admire these gentle giants from a distance—it’s illegal and harmful to touch them. One incredible manatee named Snooty holds the record as the oldest manatee ever recorded, living to be 69 years old! Let’s all do our part to pr

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