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West Indian Manatee

Manatee photograph ©1998  by Don Rhoden All Rights Reserved

I photographed this endangered mammal in 1998 at the Lowry Park Zoo in Tampa, Florida.  Manatees are exceedingly gentle and inoffensive.  Unfortunately, their easy-going demeanor puts them in harm’s way when boats enter their habitat.  Most manatee deaths can be attributed to encounters with boats.  In addition, like many endangered species, humans are degrading their habitat with development and pollution.
We support manatee conservation efforts with donations to various wildlife groups.


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Updated 2004
Photograph Copyright 1998
Don Rhoden

 

 

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