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Are Manatees Endangered? Understanding the Status of these Beloved Marine Creatures

Threats to Manatees: Human Activities and Natural Factors Manatees face numerous threats to their survival, both from human activities and natural factors. The most significant threat to manatees is human-related activities, such as boat strikes, habitat destruction, and pollution. The following are some of the significant threats to manatees: Boat Strikes: Manatees are slow-moving creatures that surface frequently to breathe.…