Florida manatees, Trichechus manatus latirostris, are an endangered speices which find shelter in the warmer waters of Crystal River during winter. Once believed to be in he brink of extinction, manatees are now protected by rigorous laws and its population has rebounded to over 3000 individuals.
Florida manatee, Trichechus manatus latirostris, mother and calf, Crystal River, Florida, USA
Florida manatee, Trichechus manatus latirostris, mother and calf, Crystal River, Florida, USA
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