Injured manatee struck by boat propeller rescued by Florida deputies
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A manatee that got struck by a boat propeller was rescued on Thursday by deputies with the Martin County Sheriff’s Office.
The injured animal was found in the Manatee Pocket, a lake in Stuart, and appeared to have been hit by a boat propeller.
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Officials said the animal suffered a visible injury of several slashes to the upper left side of its body. Upon evaluation, it also had a medical problem with its lung.
Deputies worked with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to maneuver it onto a boat to be taken to Sandsprit Park.
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The manatee was taken to Sea World Orlando for treatment and recovery.
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