West Indian Manatee Collection

Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) mother and calf endangered. Three Sisters Spring in Crystal River, Florida, USA

Mother manatee with her calf in Crystal River, Florida

Florida manatee swimming. Manatees (Trichechus manatus latirostris) are herbivorous aquatic mammals that inhabit shallow coastal waters and estuaries in the tropical

Caribbean manatee or West Indian manatee (Trichechus manatus) mother with baby, age two days, captive, Beauval Zoo, France

Florida manatees (Trichechus manatus latirostris) gathering at Three Sisters Spring in Crystal River, Florida, USA

Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostrus), Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River, Florida, United States

RF- Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostrus) portrait in Three Sisters Spring. Crystal River, Florida, USA. February 2010

Caribbean manatee or West Indian manatee (Trichechus manatus) mother with baby, age two days, captive, Beauval Zoo, France

Caribbean manatee or West Indian manatee baby, age two days, (Trichechus manatus) captive, Beauval Zoo, France

Caribbean manatee or West Indian manatee (Trichechus manatus) mother with baby, age two days, captive, Beauval Zoo, France

Caribbean manatee or West Indian manatee (Trichechus manatus) mother with baby, age two days, captive, Beauval Zoo, France

Florida manatees (Trichechus manatus latirostris) gathering at Three Sisters Spring, Crystal River, Florida, USA. Endangered

Two Florida manatees (Trichechus manatus latirostris) close to the surface in shallow water, Three Sisters Spring, Crystal River, Florida, USA. Endangered

West Indian Manatee (coloured engraving)
1000608 West Indian Manatee (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Engraver:A)

West Indian Manatee, 1863-79 (colour litho)
1001105 West Indian Manatee, 1863-79 (colour litho) by Petraroja, Raimundo (fl.1863-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Atlante zoologico popolare)

Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris), four resting on sandy river bed. Split level image. Three Sisters Spring, Crystal River, Florida, USA

Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris), four resting on sandy river bed. Split level image. Three Sisters Spring, Crystal River, Florida, USA

RF- Very young Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostrus) Manatees are often born with very wrinkled skin. Crystal River, Florida, USA. February 2010

West Indian manatee (Trichechus manatus) underwater in Homosassa Springs, Florida, United States of America, North America

Cichlids swim around a manatee in a river
Cichlids school around an endangered Florida Manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) at Three Sisters Spring. The Florida Manatee is a subspecies of the West Indian Manatee; Crystal River, Florida

Solitary Manatee swimming in the Weeki Wachee River, Florida

West Indian Manatee (Trichechus manatus), Georgetown, GUYANA
West Indian Manatee (Trichechus manatus), Georgetown, Guyana

Trichechus manatus, West Indian Manatee

A close-up head profile of a manatee in Fanning Springs State Park, Florida
A close-up head profile of a manatee swimming in Fanning Springs State Park, Florida

A West Indian manatee rolls over upside down
A West Indian manatee (Trichechus manatus) rolls over upside down in what appears a relaxed pose while swimming through the Suwannee River inlet to Fanning Springs, Florida

A pair of manatees swimming in Fanning Springs State Park, Florida
A pair of manatees swimming in formation with the lead manatee in the crystal clear freshwater of the Fanning Springs inlet to the Suwannee River, Florida

A pair of manatees appear to be greeting each other, Fanning Springs, Florida
A pair of manatees appear to be greeting each other as they meet in the clear freshwater of the Fanning Spring inlet to the Suwannee River in Fanning Springs, Florida

Manatees congregate to feed on algae at Fanning Springs State Park, Florida
Four manatees congregate to feed on algae at Fanning Springs State Park, Florida

A West Indian Manatee in the shallow freshwater of Fannie Springs, Florida
A West Indian Manatee surfacing in the shallow clear freshwaters of Fanning Springs, a state park in northeast Florida

A manatee chews on a dock rope in Fanning Springs State Park, Florida
A manatee chews on a dock rope while just under the surface of the clear freshwaters of Fanning Springs State Park, Florida

A manatee gnawing on the dock line at Fanning Springs State Park, Florida
A manatee gnawing on the dock line for reasons unknown at Fanning Springs State Park in Fanning Springs, Florida

Manatee Swimming in clear water of Crystal River, Florida

West Indian Manatee Trichechus manatus with young, illustration
West Indian Manatee (Trichechus manatus) with young, illustration

Model of West Indian manatee (Trichechus manatus), side view

West Indian Manatee, (Trichechus manatus), wild, underwater, Crystal River, Citrus County, Florida, USA

USA, Florida, Crystal River. Florida Manatee

Florida manatee feeding. Manatees (Trichechus manatus latirostris) are herbivorous aquatic mammals that inhabit shallow coastal waters and estuaries in the tropical and subtropical Atlantic Ocean

West Indian Manatee in spring (Tirchetus manatus). USA, Florida, Crystal River
Tom Campbell / SplashdownDirect

Manatee, juvenile, in crystal-clear spring (Trichechus manatus). USA, Florida
Tom Campbell / SplashdownDirect

Manatee, tail damaged by boat propeller (Trichechus manatus). USA, Florida. (rr)
Tom Campbell / SplashdownDirect

West Indian Manatee (Trichechus manatus). USA, Florida
Tom Campbell / SplashdownDirect

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"Endangered Beauty: The West Indian Manatee and its Precious Calf" In the crystal-clear waters of Crystal River, Florida, a heartwarming sight unfolds as a mother manatee gracefully swims alongside her calf. These gentle giants, known as Florida manatees (Trichechus manatus latirostris), are not only awe-inspiring but also endangered. The serene scene captures the essence of their natural habitat - Three Sisters Spring in Crystal River, where these magnificent creatures gather for protection and warmth, and is here that they find solace amidst the threat to their existence. With its distinctively broad snout and robust body, the Florida manatee glides effortlessly through the water, showcasing its remarkable adaptability. However, despite this resilience, human activities have pushed them to the brink of extinction. As we witness this tender moment between mother and calf, it becomes evident just how crucial our conservation efforts are. The future survival of these incredible animals lies in our hands. The Caribbean or West Indian manatee (Trichechus manatus) is no stranger to danger either. Here we see another devoted mother with her two-day-old baby by her side – a testament to hope amidst adversity. Their bond serves as a reminder that every life deserves protection. These captivating images serve as an urgent call to action; they remind us that we must safeguard these majestic creatures before it's too late. By raising awareness about their plight and supporting conservation initiatives, we can ensure a brighter future for both mother and calf alike. Let us cherish these extraordinary beings who grace our oceans with their presence. Together, let's strive towards preserving their fragile existence so that generations yet to come may experience the wonder of encountering these magnificent West Indian Manatees in all their glory.