USGS works with partners to conduct manatee health assessments
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Detailed Description
USGS is working with partners to conduct health assessments on manatees in the DeSoto Park canal. Captured manatees are fitted with Argos satellite-linked GPS tags to record their movements and assess habitat use. Field observations of tagged manatees and habitat surveys will show forage preferences.
Sources/Usage
Public Domain.