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Manatee Appreciation Day
March 26
Manatee Appreciation Day, celebrated on the last Wednesday of March—falling on March 26 this year—is a day dedicated to raising awareness about these endangered sea cows, who are increasingly threatened by pollution, global warming, and hunting. Did you know that manatees can weigh up to 1,200 pounds yet survive solely on seagrass? They have no natural predators, with humans being their only threat. This day serves as an opportunity to appreciate, learn about, and protect these gentle, bean-bag-shaped creatures from harmful human activities.
