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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Darlene is my middle name, not my nickname
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!!!!
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Yes,
It was a real treat - especially since it was my birthday weekend : )
It was a real treat - especially since it was my birthday weekend : )
Darlene is my middle name, not my nickname
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:
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My hubby saw another one yesterday afternoon at the mouth of the bay and intercoastal!!! :clap_1: I miss them every time!! 
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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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Where were you surfing when you saw the manatee?
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We were out surfing on this past Sunday afternoon when we saw the Manatee
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Oopsie, we just realized you asked where we were .... we were at the Gulf View Heights beach .....
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