Manatees Invade Florida Natural Spring By The Hundreds

Manatees invaded a natural spring in Florida, prompting scores of volunteers to rush to protect the massive mammals. A total of 300 manatees converged upon Three Sisters Spring, with 65 of the mammals gathering at one time, on average.

The manatees began arrive around noon at the Three Sisters Spring central pool. Volunteers blocked off the public walkways in an effort to protect the mammals that were gravitating to the shallow natural spring so they could warm themselves.

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