US EditionScientists standing by to rescue rare manatee sighted in cold New England waters
The manatee ventured far north beyond its typical range and faces risks from cold waters and scarce food, prompting readiness for rescue by animal welfare teams.
- On July 26, 2025, a manatee was seen swimming near paddle boarders within Seabury Marina, located along the southwestern shore of Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
- Manatee sightings in New England are rare, likely because these herbivores usually inhabit warmer southern waters and nearby habitats lack seagrass and mangroves.
- Jennifer Sullivan observed the manatee lazing slowly in sea grass and felt awe at its grace, while scientists note the animal may have followed the Gulf Stream northward.
- Scientists emphasized the risk of cold water exposure and limited food, urging prompt intervention and asking observers to report sightings with GPS and call 743-9548.
- Previous regional sightings include animals in 2008, 2009, 2016, and 2023, with two rescued manatees, one dying during rehabilitation and another surviving until 2018, highlighting ongoing monitoring needs.
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Scientists standing by to rescue rare manatee spotted in cold New England waters
A manatee was recently spotted off the coast of Massachusetts for the first time in almost a decade and scientists want to monitor its condition to see if a rescue is necessary before it succumbs to the cold water or lack of food, they said Friday.
·Boston, United States
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Scientists standing by to rescue rare manatee sighted in cold New England waters
A manatee was recently spotted off the coast of Massachusetts for the first time in almost a decade and scientists want to monitor its condition to see if a rescue is necessary before it succumbs to the cold water or lack of food, they said Friday.
·United Kingdom
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