The orphans weighed 44-62 pounds when rescued in southwest Florida in 2021. Now at nearly a half-ton each, their release together is planned for February 2024.
Since first being listed as endangered, the manatee population has rebounded to over 6,600 individuals.
The orphans weighed 44-62 pounds when rescued in southwest Florida in 2021. Now at nearly a half-ton each, their release together is planned for February 2024.
Since first being listed as endangered, the manatee population has rebounded to over 6,600 individuals.