Florida Rescues Injured Manatee Mom and Her Loyal Baby
When a mother manatee suffered severe propeller injuries, her calf refused to abandon her side. Rescuers in Southwest Florida saved them both together in a heartwarming mission.
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Florida Manatee Rescued From Storm Drain After Days Trapped
City workers in Melbourne Beach heard strange sounds underground and discovered a 410-pound manatee trapped in a concrete storm drain. What followed was a remarkable six-hour rescue involving firefighters, wildlife experts, and an entire community determined to save one lost sea cow.
Trapped Florida Manatee Now Eating After Storm Drain Rescue
A 410-pound manatee who got stuck in a Florida storm drain while seeking warmth is now moving independently and showing interest in food just days after rescue. SeaWorld crews broke through concrete to save him.
410-Pound Manatee Rescued from Florida Storm Drain
A gentle giant seeking warmth got wedged in a storm drain, but a team of heroes pulled off an incredible rescue. The manatee is now recovering at SeaWorld and showing all the right signs of bouncing back.