Florida manatees retain threatened status under new federal proposal, despite outcry for greater protection
The US Fish and Wildlife Service said the sea cows’ plight does not fit the definition of endangered.
The US Fish and Wildlife Service said the sea cows’ plight does not fit the definition of endangered.
Donald Trump has promised to overturn the ban but legal precedent might block him from doing so.
Factors like sea level rise, population growth and a warming climate have impacted the restoration project.
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