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The West Indian manatee, aka North American manatee, is found among the warmer coastal areas of the Caribbean, from the eastern United States down to northern Brazil. Sadly, these amazing critters face the threats of habitat loss and destruction at the hands of residential and commercial developments; recreational activities that […]

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The South American sea lion, aka southern sea lion or the Patagonian sea lion, can be found along much of the South American Coastline, from the west coast, to the east coast. They are threatened by overfishing and over harvesting of their food source, as well as by water pollution […]

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The Hector’s dolphin, aka white-headed dolphin or New Zealand dolphin, can only be found among the coastal waters of New Zealand. They dwell up to 328 feet deep and only about 1/2 mile off shore. Unfortunately, shipping lanes interfere with their livelihood and result in echolocation disturbances as well as […]

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