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Florida's springs and manatees

Chapter 1

The geology of Florida's crystal springs

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Chapter 2

Biology of the gentle giant

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Chapter 3

The winter migration sanctuary

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Chapter 4

Protecting the future of Florida's giants

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YOUR GOAL

Master of Florida's springs and manatees

Ch 4 · Protecting the future of Florida's giants

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BETA

dave My Little Manatee Friend

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dave Three Sisters Springs Manatees

When the winter ocean chills, the warm crystal springs are saving their lives!

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dave The rules of passive observation

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dave Algae blooms and seagrass loss

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dave The danger of boat strikes

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dave Replanting and restoring underwater gardens

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dave The rules of passive observation

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Fun Fact

Scar identification: Marine biologists identify individual manatees by the unique patterns of boat propeller scars on their backs.

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Glossary

manatee (noun)
A large, slow aquatic mammal that eats plants and has a rounded tail. These creatures migrate to the warm waters of Kings Bay to survive cold winter temperatures.

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Quiz

What is the recommended practice of watching manatees without touching, chasing, or feeding them called?

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Gossip

What is the best conservation strategy?

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Quiz

Under the Marine Mammal Protection Act, what is the maximum fine for harassing a Florida manatee?

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Quiz

What color are the special signs posted in Florida waterways to warn boaters of manatee zones?

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Quiz

What is the leading human-related cause of injury and mortality for Florida manatees?

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Quiz

Why is it illegal to give fresh water from a hose to wild manatees?

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Quiz

What harmful environmental phenomenon, fueled by fertilizer runoff, kills the seagrass manatees eat?

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Quiz

Which native aquatic plant is currently being replanted in Florida springs to restore manatee feeding grounds?

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Which federal agency is primarily responsible for enforcing laws that protect Florida manatees?

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