Endangered manatee rescued from North Carolina river, relocated to Florida for recovery.

A 9-foot, 855-pound female manatee was rescued from the Tar River near Greenville, North Carolina, suffering from cold stress and a propeller injury. It was transported to SeaWorld Orlando for rehabilitation, marking the first documented live manatee rescue in the state. Manatee sightings in North Carolina are rising, potentially due to climate change causing warmer waters, though they typically migrate south to Florida during colder months. The manatee is endangered, facing threats like habitat loss and boat collisions.

November 27, 2024
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