On the other hand, there may still be cause to worry about the future of the endangered Manatees. The population is only estimated to increase by two to four percent each year, based on the best scientific data available. It's like living on a fixed income, but your monthly expenses keep going up. That's got to catch up with you. The future of the Manatee will also depend on what humans do to control growth in Florida.
More humans mean less habitat for manatees and other wildlife.
So, in addition to better law enforcement, we also need better growth management regulation. We hope you have enjoyed learning about the Manatee this spring. Copyright 1998 Journey North.