The people backed up almost to the beach as the Manatee kept following them. They repsectfully tried to stay out of its way. The woman seemed compelled to lead the manatee back out to deeper water after it followed them to shore. You got to love it when people just try and do the right thing and respect the wildlife instead of trying to get close to it for a cell phone selfie. #nature #beach #animals #ocean #wildlife #sea #florida | See Through Canoe

One of nature's most curious animals interacting with other marine life. Here's a few of my favorite Manatee videos that I've taken in the Tampa Bay, Florida area. The school of fish are jacks. The second clip shows a big group of rays. #nature #animals #Amazing #wildlife #ocean #florida | See Through Canoe

Scuba Divers Rescue Manatee In Need Of Help! #rescue #animals #wildlife | Give Back TV

Florida manatees (Trichechus manatus latirostris) are a subspecies of the West Indian manatee and are native to Florida’s coastal waters, rivers, and springs. These slow-moving, herbivorous marine mammals are often referred to as “sea cows” due to their peaceful nature and plant-based diet, which mainly includes seagrass and freshwater vegetation. Manatees thrive in warm, shallow waters and migrate seasonally. During the winter months, many gather in Florida’s natural springs or warm-water outfl