Elephants, tigers, and rhinos may come to mind when you think about endangered species. While there are hundreds of species around the world that are on the verge of extinction and need our help, there are numerous animals in our own country which are experiencing population declines. Learning about these creatures is crucial to assisting […]
Tag: Florida Manatee
Support our petition to stop Florida manatees starving
The iconic and attractive Florida manatees are being wiped out by starvation. These magnificent marine creatures are on the verge of extinction. More than 1,100 Florida manatees died last year, more than ever before, according to officials. More than 300 manatees have been recorded deceased in just the first two months of this year. The […]
Florida Manatees Dying Due to Famine
A new report from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) found that manatees are dying due to a seagrass famine. 739 manatee deaths have been recorded as of May 14. Last year, a total of 277 manatees were reported dead. The high for 2021 is already exceeded the five-year average, as well as […]
Red Tide Takes a Toll on Florida Manatees
Over the last two months, 180 manatees have been found dead along the coasts of Florida. The friendly and well-loved creatures of Florida’s waters are currently being threatened by an outbreak of red tide, an algal bloom which has proved to be toxic to the species. A harmful toxin in the algae enters the nervous […]