3 Questions
What is the primary factor that affects manatee sightings?
Temperature
What temperature range are most manatee sightings observed?
20-30°C
Where do manatees primarily use for habitats?
Mobile-Tensaw River Delta
Study Notes
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The West Indian manatee is expanding its range into new areas, due in part to warmer temperatures and availability of nearshore habitats with submerged aquatic vegetation.
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Manatees primarily use the Mobile-Tensaw River Delta and Dog River areas, selecting nearshore habitats proximate to submerged aquatic vegetation.
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Distance to boat ramps and human population density have stronger effects on opportunistic sighting data but remain important for tagged data.
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Temperature strongly predicts manatee sightings. Most sightings occur when temperatures are >20°C.
Test your knowledge about the West Indian manatee's expanding range, the factors contributing to this expansion, and the environmental conditions influencing manatee sightings.
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