Every winter, hundred of manatees aggregate at Crystal River, Florida, attracted by the warmer, clear waters. This sanctuary is also a treasure for scientists, who take advantage of these manatee gatherings to study them. From decades of visual ID studies to the most cutting-edge DNA research, experts hope that science will help conserve this beloved marine animal.
Manatees: Conserving a Marine Mammal – Full Episode
Every winter, hundred of manatees aggregate at Crystal River, Florida, attracted by the warmer, clear waters …
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Every winter, hundred of manatees aggregate at Crystal River, Florida, attracted by the warmer, clear waters. This sanctuary is also a treasure for scientists, who take advantage of these manatee gatherings to study them. From decades of visual ID studies to the most cutting-edge DNA research, experts hope that science will help conserve this beloved marine animal.
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