Knowledge Base

Please contact the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at:

Wildlife Alert Hotline: (888) 404-FWCC
Cellular phone customers: *FWC or #FWC

Please be prepared to answer the following questions:

• What is the exact location of the animal?
• Is the manatee alive or dead?
• How long have you been observing the manatee?
• What is the approximate size of the manatee?
• What is the location of the public boat ramp closest to the manatee?
• Can you provide a contact number where you can be reached for further information?

The above information is the most important you can provide; however, any additional information will be helpful.

For more information regarding the Florida Manatee click the link: Florida Manatee