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“No wake zone” ahead! Slow down to take in the grace of these large water-dwelling mammals.
Relatively solitary animals, West Indian manatees float through tropical and subtropical estuaries, tranquil rivers and coastal waters in search of food and warm water sources. They’re native to the East Coast of the United States, Central America and South America.
You can see the West Indian manatee at The Seas with Nemo & Friends at EPCOT. Over the years, injured manatees have taken up residence at SeaBase for rehabilitation following near-fatal boat strikes that impeded their ability to survive in the wild. Others arrived to stabilize after experiencing cold stress.
Most manatees at The Seas Pavilion are here for a temporary stay. They’re carefully monitored and expertly cared for—with the goal of being returned to the wild after an appropriate amount of rest, recovery and rehabilitation.
Here’s an inside look at the lives of these manatees:
West Indian manatees face several threats, including watercraft strikes, pollution and loss of groundwater due to human activities.
The Walt Disney Company is committed to saving wildlife and protecting the magic of nature together as a global community. The Disney Conservation Fund* supports organizations and communities working to protect spaces for people and wildlife across manatee habitats around the world.
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Marvel at a magnificent underwater world teeming with aquatic life—while you dine!
*The Disney Conservation Fund is supported by The Walt Disney Company and Guests of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, with 100% of Guest contributions matched by Disney and directed to nonprofit organizations. Additionally, Disney covers all costs of managing the fund. The Disney Conservation Fund is not a charitable organization, and donations are not deductible as charitable contributions for US tax purposes.
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