Manatees in South Carolina – Resources and Partners
Request a manatee sign for your dock/marina, educational materials, or speaker at your event email us at: manatee@dnr.sc.gov
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- South Carolina State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP)
- US Fish & Wildlife Service
- Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission
- Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research
Health Assessments
Partners in manatee conservation and animal care come together in various locations to conduct health assessments on manatees, satellite tag new animals and check on existing tags. These assessments are large logistical operations involving teamwork and collaboration. Data collected from these events gives important insight into manatee migration patterns, specific habitat use and the overall well-being of these animals.
Clearwater Aquarium Research Institute leads tagging efforts and migration studies for manatees. Collaboration among partners include Georgia Aquarium, Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission, Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, University of Florida, Savannah State University, SeaWorld, Brevard Zoo, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
