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Proposal to keep Florida manatees as "threatened" species sparks controversy
Florida manatees used to be classified as endangered species, which can get more protection. But, in 2017 they were reclassified as threatened. The new proposed rule said there are many initiatives to manage the species including efforts to improve water quality and restore seagrass.
Florida Manatees To Remain Classified As “Threatened,” Antillean Manatees Reclassed As “Endangered”
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed to maintain the "threatened" classification for Florida manatees, rejecting calls from environmental groups to reclassify them as "endangered." The agency announced its decision in a proposed rule released Monday,
Florida manatees will remain a threatened species, federal wildlife officials say
Federal wildlife officials Monday released a proposal that would continue to classify Florida manatees as a threatened species, after environmentalists argued they should be reclassified as endangered.
Proposed rule to keep Florida manatees as threatened species sparks controversy
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed keeping manatees under a threatened species classification, which has sparked controversy as environmentalists<a class="excerpt-read-more" href=" More
Wildlife officials propose to continue keeping Florida manatees' "threatened" classification
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is expected Tuesday to publish a proposed rule that details its reasons for keeping the threatened classification.
Manatees congregate in warm waters near power plants as US winter storms graze Florida
A polar vortex that has hit much of the U.S. with ice and snow has dealt a glancing blow to Florida and its manatee ...
Why herds of manatees are huddling in water near America's power plants
Why herds of manatees are huddling in water near America's power plants - A polar vortex that has hit much of the U.S. in a ...
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Florida's Gentle Giants: 565 manatees died in 2024, watercraft collisions a major threat
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has released its preliminary report on manatee mortality for 2024 ...
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Florida manatees won't be listed as an endangered species
The proposed rule would keep the Florida manatee as a threatened species, continuing its status since being delisted as ...
Manatees in St. Augustine waterways could be stressed by the cold
St. Augustine's waterways serve as a major travel corridor for manatees. And some could show signs of cold-related stress.
Activists disappointed Florida Manatees will not be granted endangered status for now
The sea cows won't be reclassified despite ongoing high mortality rates from starvation, boat strikes and habitat loss.
Manatees, sea turtles impacted as water temperature drops
As Florida experiences colder temperatures, some wildlife could be impacted by the weather, the Florida Fish and Wildlife ...
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Florida manatees will remain a threatened species, says federal wildlife officials
Florida manatees for decades were considered endangered species, which can receive more protections than threatened species.
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More Changes Coming to EPCOT’s Manatee Exhibit
The manatee exhibit at EPCOT’s The Seas with Nemo & Friends has said goodbye to its two long-term residents, Lil’ Joe and ...