Manatees—often called sea cows—are “charismatic” wild animals that hold humans in their thrall. Neither predator nor prey, these peaceable creatures, which can grow to 13 feet and weigh more than 2,000 pounds, are evolutionarily devoid of aggression. https://on.natgeo.com/3VScY3G Video by Gena Steffens and Jason Gulley. | National Geographic

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Even with the pandemic crisis, Dolphin Research Center Manatee Rescue personnel with help from Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder volunteers responded to rescue an orphaned baby manatee in Islamorada. The female calf is in its way with MyFWC Florida Fish and Wildlife to Miami Seaquarium for rehabilitation. All fingers crossed for its survival. Residents Dennis and Susan Richard spotted it earlier today alongside their dock and contacted @MyFWC. The calf had also been seen a few days ago. It i