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Manatees Released After Recovery: Conservation Efforts Highlighted

10/24/2025

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Manatee Koa was released into the Ortega River in Jacksonville after six weeks of rehabilitation from boat-propeller injuries.
Rescued on September 13, the manatee received treatment at SeaWorld Orlando and was tagged for tracking.
In Cape Coral, another manatee was released after nearly two years of recovery from severe injuries.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission emphasizes reporting injured manatees to protect them.

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Story summary

Manatee Koa was released into the Ortega River in Jacksonville after six weeks of rehabilitation from boat-propeller injuries.
Rescued on September 13, the manatee received treatment at SeaWorld Orlando and was tagged for tracking.
In Cape Coral, another manatee was released after nearly two years of recovery from severe injuries.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission emphasizes reporting injured manatees to protect them.