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Florida Manatee

A Florida Manatee, Trichechus manatus, and her young shelter in the clear 72F freshwater of a north Florida spring during wintertime. Despite their appearance, this endangered animal has relatively a small amount of fat and insulation and is very sensitive to cold weather and water, which can be fatal if temperatures remain below 68F for an extended period of time.

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A Florida Manatee, Trichechus manatus, and her young shelter in the clear 72F freshwater of a north Florida spring during wintertime. Despite their appearance, this endangered animal has relatively a small amount of fat and insulation and is very sensitive to cold weather and water, which can be fatal if temperatures remain below 68F for an extended period of time.