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"There is proof that the manatees were around for about 60 million years and that they were related to the elephant. It was also learned that they were land animals and that over time they learned to survive in the water".

The 1970’s represent a pivotal point in history that rewrote how America viewed its environmental policies- both on a policymaker and citizen scientist standpoint. As the public became more aware of environmental issues, concern about pollution, improper disposal, dwindling resources, radiation and poisoning enraptured a growing number of supporters. These supporters made it so that unlike the Progressive Era’s conservation movement (1890’s-1920’s), which was mainly elitists, this modern movement was pushed by “the common man.” It was an era that celebrated leaders such as John Muir, Henry David Thoreau, Ralph Waldo Emerson and Thomas Jefferson. One of those leaders in the forefront of these radical changes was Congressman Morris K.

Manatees (order Sirenia, genus Trichechus) are the source folklore and possess many unique characteristics. With three recognized species, manatees (along with their relative, the dugong) also possess a unique range, limited mostly to coastal bays and waterways of the warm southern coasts. They are also the world’s only herbivorous marine mammals, and they have a highly-developed mouth with bristles. Although much-loved, the manatee population is currently under threat

SeaWorld has been safely caring for killer whales for nearly 50 years. We are a global leader in the care, behavior and enrichment of this species and are accredited by the world’s foremost professional zoological organizations. Including our whales overseas, we provide for the health and well-being of the largest killer whale population in a zoological organization worldwide: 30 animals. These killer whales are healthy and well adapted to their surroundings, a fact that is evident to us through our constant care, interaction and observation 24 hours per day. We apply a broad range of best practices in behavioral training, environmental enrichment, preventive health, veterinary medicine and facilities design and management.

From the moment I was able to tie my shoes and button my jacket, I knew I wanted to be a doctor. While all my classmates at the La Petite Academy made macaroni trees and smiley faces, I drew myself with a stethoscope curing a poor man with the cold. Every year in elementary school, we had career day. Never straying from my love to helping others I wanted to be a surgeon one year, to a dentist the next, and even an obstetrician, I changed my mind quickly once I found out what they did. Looking back on my childhood, I always had a connection with animals and always loved being around them. Early mornings I would open our nearly frozen-shut windows listening to the birds calling. Beside from the squawking of the crows, I heard a soft, pleasant yet curious bird call. It stuck out to me

Past media coverage of Sea World has been largely marine mammal topics based, with little substantial discussion around animal conservation or Sea World information. Although the media port of Sea World provides several marine animal contents, it leads to the media relations problem: Sea World 's media releases tend to using marketing strategies that have resulted in an increasing lack of credibility in marine mammal conservation. This does not align with Sea World goals of youth education and strengthened public awareness.

The population of the West Indian Manatee is rapidly decreasing, with a few remaining statistics left of the nations wherever they exist, and most species of the Caribbean region, sea turtles are documented as endangered,

The main thesis presented in the essay is whether to allow marine parks to keep marine mammals. The first main argument Bill Daly’s presents is the fact that individuals would rather see marine mammals in the wild life than captured inside a tank. Bill Daly’s states “In fact, there are more places where they can be seen in wild than places where they can be seen in captivity” (Daly 2016, p.469). This argument presents the fact that many of the places people visit have many areas to see marine mammals in the wild, which is an option many tourist would prefer. The second argument presented in the essay is that when it comes to research of marine mammals, marine parks are only useful to study animals that are captured. Bill Daly states “Dolphin

Additionally, Fiji presents numerous opportunities to volunteer in the community and conduct research within marine eco-systems. One passion of mine has always been assisting the disadvantaged and understanding the steps that I can personally take to reduce the various global disparities. In particular, I am extremely fascinated with aquatic species and those on the edge of extinction or in extreme danger. As a child, one of my most treasured experiences was when I had the incredible opportunity to swim with dolphins in Turks and Caicos, and learned about their habit and imminent threats. Specifically, in Fiji, 5 out of the 7 species of marine turtles are severely endangered due to over exploitation and immense habitat destruction. Compared

The simple act of directly taking sea turtle eggs from their nests and turtles themselves adds to the reasons for endangerment. These eggs and turtles are being over harvested for oil, food, leather, shell, medicine, and religious ceremonies (Why Endangered, ¶2) (Sea Turtles, ¶9). Smaller animals are known to eat the eggs and/or new hatchlings, but this has been proven not a reason for their endangerment because the numbers are so small and this is a natural thing to happen. However, many other animals, such as dogs and cats, are now predators of these vulnerable creatures because of the trash left behind by humans as a result of urbanization on the coast (Information About Threats , ¶2).

I would like to thank the Navy’s National Marine Mammal Foundation for letting me be apart of such an incredible program and for introducing me to my new favorite marine mammal. I would also like to thank the professors within USD’s Marine Science Department for always encouraging me and supporting me to follow my dreams.

I have known of my aspiring interest since I was a child. To swim with dolphins and be in water as a job has always been a dream that my family continuously encouraged. It was about the fourth grade when I could put a name to the specific profession that I wanted to partake as an adult. I believe that becoming a marine biologist would be the best way to fulfill my dream. My strength and passion for science will naturally help me to be a strong and dedicated student to further my studies.

The Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums makes sure education is the top priority of every worker; they rescue, rehabilitate, and release marine mammals and fish that are abandoned and helpless. Their main goal is to educate the public about their work and to hopefully release the fish back into its home in the ocean. Unfortunately, some of the marine mammals and fish are too frail and weak to be released back into the ocean. If this is the case, the Alliance members will provide a safe and friendly home for the helpless marine mammal.

On Thursday September 29th, I attended a lecture by Dr. Barbra Taylor involving marine mammals. Dr. Taylor has been all around the world researching everything from dolphins to whales, and has even traveled to faraway places such as China. However, the main focus of her talk involved the critically endangered vaquitas.

Manatee numbers decrease throughout the last century, usually because of hunting pressure. Now, manatees are at risk. After all they are protected by constitution, they deathly face threats. Affecting peaceful creatures are often by mistake bang by motorboats in regularly like wise full waters, plus sometimes become entangled in fishing nets.(“Manatees.” National Geographic. N.p., n.d.).