The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature Welcomes Three Manatees

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The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature welcomes three young female manatees for second stage rehabilitation. Mandalore, Crane, and Kyber will undergo the next phase in their recovery at the Parker Manatee Rehabilitation Habitat. Mandalore is an orphaned calf rescued from Blue Springs in Orange City in February. When she was rescued, she weighed 180 pounds and is now 320 pounds. Kyber is also an orphaned calf who suffered from prolonged exposure to cold water. Rescued from Crystal River, she weighed 200 pounds and now weighs 310 pounds. The largest of the three, Crane, is recovering from cold stress syndrome. Crane was rescued from Crane’s Bayou near Longboat Key. At the time of rescue, she weighed 355 pounds and now weighs 450 pounds.Stop in for a visit to learn more about Mandalore, Crane, and Kyber while they continue their rehabilitation at The Bishop.

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