Happy Monday Man vs. Manatee! (:3) https://manvsmanatee.com/

#Manatee Myths Debunked - Manatees are overpopulated. Wait, what?! Watch our short reel to learn more!

Happy Weekend! savethemanatee.org

Join us today in Maitland at the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey from 10am-3pm! We are tabling here today to educate visitors in Central Florida about manatees! Free event!

After record 2025, Citrus County sees fewer manatee deaths but with scallop season approaching, Save the Manatee Club urges caution www.chronicleonline.com/news/local/a...

Happy Friday! That means - manatee puzzle time again! Today we are featuring a photo of a mother manatee nuzzling her calf at Homosassa Springs. Enjoy! https://www.jigsawplanet.com/?rc=play&pid=31654dafdf7c

Save the Date! We have a cleanup lined up for #PlasticFreeJuly alongside with our friends from the Clean Water Coalition at Blue Spring State Park on Monday, July 13th from 8-11 a.m.! Supplies will be provided. Interested in helping out? Email us at [email protected]

Merlin, one of the oldest male manatees known at Blue Spring, made a quick summer visit with a small group of other manatees this past Monday! Learn more about Merlin and adopt him at https://savethemanatee.org/adopt-a-manatee/merlin/

After a few newsletter editions with little to report on our coastal adoptees, they made a splash this past winter and early spring! https://savethemanatee.org/coastal-adoptees-make-a-splash

Suns Out - Snouts Out! Remember to watch out for manatees when out on the water this summer and report any distressed manatees to the FWC Wildlife Alert Hotline at 1-888-404-3922.

Join us this coming Saturday 6/27 at the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey & celebrate with activities centered around raptors & conservation. FREE to attend, but the Audubon Center is requesting that guests reserve tickets at https://tickets.audubon.org/events/019c7c86-728e-d1b3-8c28-8876b6388249

It’s a fact! A group of manatees is called an aggregation. Manatees are semi-social, somewhat solitary animals. Aggregations most commonly form in the winter when manatees gather at warm water refuges during cold spells. Find more facts at savethemanatee.org/facts

After eluding the sighting network for a few years, adoptee Bama was finally spotted while she was wintering in Florida! Read the update from our partners at DISL's Manatee Sighting Network https://savethemanatee.org/bama-finally-resurfaces

AMAZING we have all 50 US states on board for our virtual Save the Manatee 5K!!!🎉🙌 In addition, we have participants from 9 countries! Sign up to join the fun and represent your state or country ➡savethemanatee5k.org

Join Save the Manatee Club for the 23rd annual Save the Manatee 5K at Blue Spring State Park on Sunday, November 15th, 2026!🏃 Registration is open at savethemanatee5k.org - each race packet includes a shirt, finisher medal and bib all featuring manatee adoptee "Gator"!🐊

Featured #manatee adoptee: Lily! Lily is one of the few adult females to regularly winter at the Blue Spring State Park. She has returned each year since 1974 and has had at least 11 calves. Learn more about Lily and adopt her at https://savethemanatee.org/adopt-a-manatee/lily/

We have ALL US states on board for our 2026 virtual Save the Manatee 5K EXCEPT for Wyoming! Sign up at savethemanatee5k.org to represent your state! Each race packet includes a bib, shirt and medal and you can complete the event at any time, from anywhere!

Happy #FathersDay! Celebrate the day by sending a fun (& free) manatee e-card! Check them out at savethemanatee.org/ecards

Visiting a spring on a hot summer day? Remember to respect the locals and be a responsible visitor by keeping a few quick tips in mind! #manatee #savethemanatee #respectthelocals

Sponsors Needed for our 2026 Save the Manatee 5K! Applications are now open at savethemanatee.org/5k-sponsor. We are looking for monetary, as well as in-kind sponsors and those who would like to donate an item for our giveaway! Various levels are available, so check it out!

Happy Friday! It's once again manatee puzzle time and today we are featuring a photo of manatees swimming around a fallen palm tree at Blue Spring. Enjoy! https://www.jigsawplanet.com/?rc=play&pid=343b6219a1e2

Manatee mascot 'Charlee' is looking for virtual 5k participants in AK and WY - the race is on: Which of the only two missing states will be first to sign up? If you live in AK or WY, don't let your state be the last to get on the map! Visit SaveTheManatee5K.org to register

Yesterday staff and volunteers from SMC, Blue Spring State Park, Friends of Blue Spring, Florida Dive Company & FWC planted native vegetation along the the head spring and the manatee release ramp at to stabilize the shoreline! Thanks to everyone who came out to help!

#DYK? Save the Manatee Club offers virtual and in-person presentations upon request! We can cater to a wide variety of audiences and groups with customized presentations on manatees. Contact us at [email protected] to learn more or to request a presentation!

ICYMI - Watch our webinar now at savethemanatee.org/webinars to learn about Manatee Liver vs. Red Tide Toxins. A very informative talk by Dr. Elizabeth Brammer-Robbins, 2025 recipient of the Lesley Argiri & Brian McDonald scholarship!

It’s a fact! Manatees spend 6-8 hours a day grazing, which is why they are sometimes called “sea cows.” Due to the low nutritional value of the plants they eat, they must eat large quantities and can consume 10-15% of their body weight daily. savethemanatee.org/facts

While it may look super cute - chewing rope can have detrimental effects for #manatees Please do not extend rope to manatees and share this message!

Scholarship Opportunity - Applications are now open! https://savethemanatee.org/lesley-argiri-and-brian-mcdonald-5k-scholarship-fund/ Applications need to be submitted via the above mentioned website. Deadline: Sept 7, 2026.

How do you know a #manatee is in distress and how can you report it? Watch our short reel to learn more!

Featured manatee adoptee: Ariel! Ariel was just two weeks old when she was rescued with her mom, Amanda. She lifts her head out of the water to "smile" at manatee education program visitors. Learn more about Ariel and adopt her at https://savethemanatee.org/adopt-a-manatee/ariel/

Join us for our webinar TONIGHT, Monday, June 15th, 2026 at 6 p.m. ET! We are thrilled to have Dr. Elizabeth Brammer-Robbins talk about Manatee Liver vs. Red Tide Toxins. RSVP today at savethemanatee.org/register

Whether you're a fan of manatees or just looking for some fun craft projects, you're in the right place! Express your creativity with these quick manatee projects that upcyle old manatee calendars into beautiful art! https://savethemanatee.org/manatees/activities/

Swimming with Manatees: Harmless or Harmful? We get a lot of questions about "swimming with manatees". While the topic can be complex, Dr. Beth Brady, SMC's Director of Science and Conservation breaks down the important points: https://savethemanatee.org/swimming-with-manatees-harmless-or-harmful/

Join us for our next webinar this coming Monday, June 15th, 2026 at 6 p.m. ET! We are thrilled to have Dr. Elizabeth Brammer-Robbins talk about Manatee Liver vs. Red Tide Toxins. RSVP today at savethemanatee.org/register

Today is #GlobalWellnessDay - a perfect day to sign up for our Manatee 5K! The in-person event will be at Blue Spring on Nov 15, the virtual option can be completed anywhere, at any time doing an activity of YOUR choice! Celebrate the day & register at savethemanatee5k.org

#TGIF and it's manatee puzzle time again! Today we are featuring a cute photo of 2 manatees resting by David Schrichte. Enjoy! https://www.jigsawplanet.com/?rc=play&pid=1528c6176e37

2027 Manatee Wall calendar now on pre-order! https://shop.savethemanatee.org/products/2027-save-the-manatee-club-calendar This calming calendar features peaceful underwater images of manatees—slow-moving mammals that embody stillness and grace. Measures 12" x 24" when open.

How do you know a #manatee is in distress and how can you report it - Part 2! Watch our short reel to learn more!

Exciting News! Manatee “Jaden” was recently seen with a tiny new calf near Holly Bluff Resort Marina. Jaden is a known manatee who winters at Blue Spring and SMC researchers were able to identify her. Always be careful when boating near manatees and observe from a distance!

Featured manatee item: Manatee dangle bookmark https://shop.savethemanatee.org/products/metal-dangle-bookmark This is perfect for your summer reads!

It’s a fact! A manatee’s lungs are large and extend the length of the body cavity. They are used not only for breathing, but also to control buoyancy. Unlike most other animals who have one diaphragm, manatees have a hemi-diaphragm. savethemanatee.org/facts

Looking for a last minute Father's Day gift? Look no further and adopt a manatee! Each adoption starting at the $35 level also receives a six-function multi-tool pen—featuring a black ink pen, reversible screwdriver, level, stylus & ruler. Adopt today at adoptamanatee.org

Happy Monday Man vs Manatee! (:3) manvsmanatee.com

Featured #manatee adoptee: Moo Shoo! Moo Shoo is a female manatee first identified in 2010, Moo Shoo loves to nudge the research canoe and has had four calves. Learn more about Moo Shoo and adopt her at https://savethemanatee.org/adopt-a-manatee/moo-shoo/

🌊Today we celebrate #WorldOceansDay! 🌊 Manatees are also known as "seacows" and can be found in nearshore ocean environments. They help maintain healthy ecosystems by grazing on seagrass and other aquatic plants. 🌱Learn more at savethemanatee.org

Today is #WorldOceansDay! #DYK that manatees live in both fresh and saltwater environments, including shallow coastal areas? Learn more at savethemanatee.org

Only 2 states missing to represent all 50 states in our virtual Manatee 5K! We are looking for participants from WYOMING and ALASKA to complete the map! Sign up at savethemanatee5k.org

Join us for our next webinar on Monday, June 15th, 2026 at 6 p.m. ET! We are thrilled to have Dr. Elizabeth Brammer-Robbins talk about Manatee Liver vs. Red Tide Toxins. RSVP today at savethemanatee.org/register

Happy Friday! It's once again manatee puzzle time and today we are featuring a cute photo from Blue Spring of manatee "Sharon" and her calf. Enjoy! https://www.jigsawplanet.com/?rc=play&pid=1aa8496b1545

Today is #WorldEnvironmentDay- the perfect day to do something that helps the #environment & #manatees. We have just the thing- it takes about a minute and all you need is your phone. Visit SaveTheManatee.org/TakeAction#WorldEnvironmentDay#environment#manatees show your support for the IRLNEP today!