SeaWorld Ramps Up Care For Threatened Florida Manatees

The video discusses the severe crisis facing Florida manatees, who are suffering from starvation and cold shock due to man-made fertilizers killing seagrass and unusually cold weather. Rescue efforts by SeaWorld and other organizations are underway, but the situation is dire, with a significant increase in manatee deaths. The video highlights the urgent need for new rehabilitation facilities and the ongoing challenges these creatures face.

What is the primary cause of the Florida manatees' starvation?

• Lack of fresh water

• Natural predators

• Pollution from man-made fertilizers

• Overfishing in the area

What is the term used to describe the condition manatees suffer from due to cold weather?

• Frostbite

• Chill shock

• Hypothermia

• Cold snap

What is the first step taken by rescue crews when they find a sick manatee?

• Release it back into the wild

• Perform surgery

• Bring it to a rehabilitation center

• Feed it immediately

How long does it typically take to rehabilitate a manatee before it can be released?

• Three months

• Six months

• One year

• Two years

What is SeaWorld doing to address the increasing number of manatees needing care?

• Reducing the number of rescues

• Importing food for manatees

• Building new rehabilitation ponds

• Increasing the number of staff