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Best time to see: November – April
Sea cows, sea potatoes, whatever you want to call them, manatees are an exciting sight to see on your Florida getaway. During the winter, these gentle giants love to cozy up in the canals of the Space Coast and are so much fun to spot. While touching and bothering manatees is very illegal, kayak tours of the area are a great way to encounter these curious creatures safely. Learn everything you need to know about manatees with this helpful guide. Then, go check out these awesome local tours to see a manatee up close in its natural habitat.
Spot a Manatee In the Lagoon
One of our favorite spots to see these incredible marine mammals is the Manatee Observation Deck at the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. Manatees love this spot and can typically be seen year-round munching on sea grass and meandering amongst the mangroves. Spotting manatees on Florida’s Space Coast is easy if you know what you’re looking for. Check out this blog to learn the sure signs of a sea cow
Seeing Manatees on the Space CoastSpot a Manatee from Land
Protecting Manatees
Manatees are slow-moving animals. It’s extremely important for boaters to be wary of manatees in the water. No Wake Zones are posted all throught out the Indian River Lagoon to warn boaters in manatee hang out spots. Make sure that you’re obeying the idle speed in these areas and wear polarized lenses to watch out for wayward manatees in the channels.
Manatee in Distress?
If you happen to see a manatee in distress while you’re on your Space Coast Vacation, please stay away from the animal and call in the professionals. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission is active in our community and are trained to handle hurt, sick or otherwise distressed animals. Here’s a quick guide to who you should call if you see a manatee in need of assistance.