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Manatees (Worldlife Library)

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James "Buddy" Powell may be the world's greatest authority on the subject of manatees, since he began studying them while he was still a teeanger in Crystal River, Fla. This book, filled with beautiful photos and his personal observations on the gentle giants, is a wonderful addition to any library. To read more about Powell's amazing life, and about the history of manatees as a Florida icon, readers should also check out Manatee Insanity: Inside the War over Florida's Most Famous Endangered Species (Florida History and Culture). Powell and other giants of manatee science are included, as are the tangled tales of how Floridians have fought over how much protection to extend to their most famous endangered species.

WE are manatee enthusiasts and I purchased this book as a gift for my husband. He really enjoyed it, as did I.

This book is a great resource for those who want to know and understand manatees. It has great information on manatee history and their habits. It contains good photos showing a variety of behaviors. The chapter depicting a ficionalized year in the life of a manatee is a great way to teach while telling an engaging story. Great discussion on conservation issues. Very good for adults and young adults doing research.