The current cold weather in Florida has been forcing manatees to
seek warmth any way possible. As a result, over 100 manatees
have found their way into Satellite Beach Canal in Brevard
County. The problem posed by this is that the manatees have
eaten all of the grass that lined canal. Now the manatees must
either risk heading back into the frigid ocean waters to search
for food or face starvation in the canal. The chilly water puts
the manatees at risk for cold stress, which can be deadly. The
state has worked out a an emergency triage system if the
manatees begin to get sick. The manatees have also drawn large
crowds of onlookers eager to get a glimpse at the endangered
creatures. The Uganda Wildlife Authority is launching a new
program to help raise funds and awareness for the very
endangered mountain gorilla. Starting this Saturday, September
26, you can friend or follow specific gorillas living in
Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest on Facebook or Twitter for a
minimum donation of $1. You will get updates