Just look for her green flag with a vertical stripe. Chad should be by her side with a yellow flag with a square symbol. Immediately after the tagging project was completed, FMRI turned off the water hose. Experts agree that it is harmful to wild animals for us to lure them to us with food or toys. Besides, it's against the law unless it has been permitted.
Wild animals are generally safest when they avoid close human contact.
If manatees feel comfortable being near us, chances are they will collide with boats even more. And, yes, propellers hurt them and boat impacts were the highest cause of death to Florida manatees in 2000. See the scars on the manatee in the photo above. For more information, call Tampa Electric's Manatee Viewing Center at 813.228.4289. The MVC Featured Manatees Please note TECO Energy's privacy policy .