The Origins of Manatee Awareness Month

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2024-12-02 06:00:15

In 1979, the late Florida Governor and co-founder of Save the Manatee Club, Bob Graham, declared November as Manatee Awareness Month. This initiative coincided with the establishment of the state’s first manatee protection zones. Although it wasn’t officially recognized by Florida until 2005, this year celebrates 45 years of raising awareness about these gentle giants and their...

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