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In this episode, In this episode, I went kayak fishing in the Oldtown Sportsman 106 Powered By Minn Kota in 2 new spots. I caught a couple of fish and had some amazing encounters with manatees and one of them scared me to death! If you like this video, don't forget to follow my channel here on NewsBreak! Here are the links below to try out the free products I mentioned. I receive a small commission for these if you do decide to try them. You only pay a few dollars for shipping. Try a pack of Slam Shady lures for FREE: <a href="https://bit.ly/RustySlamShady">https://bit.ly/RustySlamShady</a> Try Dr. Juice for FREE: <a href="https://bit.ly/RustyInshoreScent">https://bit.ly/RustyInshoreScent</a> Music by: <a href="https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/JVtkyZJvzc">https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/JVtkyZJvzc</a>/ #manatees #redfish #floridafishing Email: farrisfishing@gmail.com IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rusty.reels">https://www.instagram.com/rusty.reels</a>/ Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/YoutuberRustyReels">https://www.facebook.com/YoutuberRustyReels</a>

We visited the manatee viewing area. This is a very informative place to learn about manatees and on a chilly winter day be able to see them trying to stay warm. Such a unique experience!

For many people, Florida is known for it's beaches and theme parks. These are great, but we find Florida's natural springs to be some of the most inspiring and sometimes overlooked features of the state.

We visited the Manatee Observation and Education Center in Fort Pierce, FL located at 480 N Indian River Dr, Fort Pierce, FL 34950 to learn about manatees and see if we could find one ourselves!

Mother manatee and calf swim togetherNOAA/Unsplash. The Florida manatee population has grown in recent years. With at least 7,520 of these native Floridian animals in the wild, they were recategorized from "endangered" to "threatened" in May, 2017.

2021 was the deadliest on record for Florida’s manatees, with over 1,000 dying due to starving. The animals consume about 100 pounds of seagrass a day, and this staple food is now scarce in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon with more than 89% of seagrass coverlost in a decade. In the Indian River Lagoon, declines were caused by nutrient runoff from local roads, septic tanks, and fertilizer use.

During the winter months in Florida, manatees migrate to the Florida springs for warmer water temperatures! Come along with us as we visit the manatees at Blue Spring State Park located in central Florida!

During the winter months in Florida, manatees migrate to the Florida springs for warmer water temperatures! Come along with us as we visit the manatees at Blue Spring State Park!

Have you ever seen manatees before? If you are planning on being in the central Florida area this winter, you must plan a visit to see the manatees at Blue Spring State Park! During the winter months, manatees migrate from the coastal waters to the springs in central Florida. Blue Spring State Park is a great place to see the manatees congregated together!

Crystal River in Florida is the manatee capital of the world. In the winter months manatees flock to Crystal River in Citrus County to the warm spring water. There are several tour companies in the area that offer experiences to swim with and learn about these protected species. We recently booked a tour with the Adventure Center at the Plantation on Crystal River and had an incredible experience. In this video we share a few reasons why we would recommend considering this tour company to experience the manatees in the Crystal River area. Tour Website: <a href="https://www.plantationoncrystalriver.com/manatees.htm">https://www.plantationoncrystalriver.com/manatees.htm</a> Be sure to watch the series from the beginning if you enjoyed this video. Follow our channel for more Florida content Music Credits: <a href="https://www.free-stock-music.com">https://www.free-stock-music.com</a> Star Bright by Purrple Cat | <a href="https://purrplecat.com">https://purrplecat.com</a> Lost Paradise by Purple Cat | <a href="https://purrplecat.com">https://purrplecat.com</a> Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US">https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US</a>

In this video we share why manatees gather in Kings Bay in the Crystal River in the cooler months. If you are interested in learning more about these curious animals or are considering booking a tour to swim with them be sure to watch this series from the beginning on our channel. The first two episodes can be found on our profile page. We booked with the Adventure Center in Crystal River to safely experience manatees up close: <a href="https://www.plantationoncrystalriver.com/manatees.htm">https://www.plantationoncrystalriver.com/manatees.htm</a> Music Credits for series: <a href="https://www.free-stock-music.com">https://www.free-stock-music.com</a> Star Bright by Purrple Cat | <a href="https://purrplecat.com">https://purrplecat.com</a> Lost Paradise by Purple Cat | <a href="https://purrplecat.com">https://purrplecat.com</a> Wishing Well by Purple Cat | <a href="https://purrplecat.com">https://purrplecat.com</a> Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US">https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US</a> Youtube Audio Library Breathe by Slenderbeats Mind Eye Journey by Emily E. Sprague

In this video we share some of the rules to follow when swimming with manatees in Citrus County Florida around Crystal River. Manatees are common creatures to spot in Florida, especially in the winter months. But due to the declining population, manatees were once considered an endangered species. In 2017, the population of manatees reached a minimum threshold and were reclassified from endangered to threatened in. Even though manatees are not considered an endangered species currently, they are a protected species, and one must follow rules when in the presence of these gentle giants. In order to ensure a safe experience for the manatees and visitors to the area, it is recommended to book with a tour company to swim with the manatees. We booked our experience through the Plantation Adventure Center in Crystal River and had an incredible experience: <a href="https://www.plantationoncrystalriver.com/manatees.htm">https://www.plantationoncrystalriver.com/manatees.htm</a> Music Credits: YT Audio Library Mind Eye Journey by Emily E. Sprague

Citrus County in Florida is the only place in the United States to legally swim with manatees in their natural environment. Manatees are a threatened species and one must follow the rules and regulations to keep the species safe. Booking a tour company for this experience is recommended. The tour companies share fun manatee facts, answer all of your manatee questions and ensure the experience is a safe one, for the manatees and humans! In this series we share our experience swimming with manatees in Kings Bay with the Plantation Adventure Center. Be sure to check our profile page for the additional series episodes. We share manatees facts and close up footage! Check out the Adventure Center website to book a tour here: <a href="https://www.plantationoncrystalriver.com/manatees.htm">https://www.plantationoncrystalriver.com/manatees.htm</a> If you enjoyed this video be sure to give it a thumbs up and let us know in the comments! -- Music Credits: YT Audio Library Breathe by Slenderbeats Mind Eye Journey by Emily E. Sprague