If the mom dies, then her baby is orphaned and may not survive. If a mother is rescued, the baby has to be rescued too.

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Save the Manatee Club estimates that 90% of Florida manatees have signs of boat collisions.
That is scary and very sad.

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If you go boating in Florida, be mindful. Slow down and watch out for manatees!

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