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Manatee Sighting

2bohemians avatar
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We were out surfing some baby waves this past Sunday when some guy started yelling & pointing. Of course, we turned to look and there was a giant black shadow coming right towards us. For a split second, we were afraid. Then, the shadow was in front of us and it raised its head up - and lo and behold it was a manatee - whew - what a relief. We've heard people say they have seen them, but this was our first sighting - it was pretty special - just thought we would share. Wish we would have had the camera but no such luck. Maybe next time. 😀

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kathydwells avatar
kathydwellsDarlene is my middle name, not my nickname
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We were out surfing some baby waves this past Sunday when some guy started yelling & pointing. Of course, we turned to look and there was a giant black shadow coming right towards us. For a split second, we were afraid. Then, the shadow was in front of us and it raised its head up - and lo and behold it was a manatee - whew - what a relief. We've heard people say they have seen them, but this was our first sighting - it was pretty special - just thought we would share. Wish we would have had the camera but no such luck. Maybe next time. 😀

We saw one the when were down in July. It was an awesome sight. Glad you got to experience it also!!!!
2bohemians avatar
2bohemiansBeach FanaticAuthor
#3
Yes,
It was a real treat - especially since it was my birthday weekend : )
kathydwells avatar
kathydwellsDarlene is my middle name, not my nickname
#4
Yes,
It was a real treat - especially since it was my birthday weekend : )

Well, there you go. I knew those Manatees were sweet animals. What a great birthday gift!!! :clap_1:
Franny avatar
FrannyBeach Fanatic
#5
My hubby saw another one yesterday afternoon at the mouth of the bay and intercoastal!!! :clap_1: I miss them every time!! :idontno:
2bohemians avatar
2bohemiansBeach FanaticAuthor
#6
Are they doing some special migration right now? Is it because of the June grass / seawood in the water? Just curious why there seem to be so many sightings. Used to live in this area about 15 years ago, moved back about 3 years ago and up until last year, we thought they were more down around the Crystal River area. Can't believe we never saw one before.
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PoodleoneBeach Fanatic
#7
Where were you surfing when you saw the manatee?
2bohemians avatar
2bohemiansBeach FanaticAuthor
#8
We were out surfing on this past Sunday afternoon when we saw the Manatee
2bohemians avatar
2bohemiansBeach FanaticAuthor
#9
Oopsie, we just realized you asked where we were .... we were at the Gulf View Heights beach .....

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