Adopt a Manatee

Mote has two resident manatees, Hugh and Buffet, who are half-brothers. Hugh and Buffet are the only manatees trained in scientific research in the world! We’ve taught them how to do certain things at certain times — like touch a target with their noses when they hear a certain sound or see a certain thing. This helps us humans learn more about how well manatees see and hear and how we can help save them in the wild.
Click Here to Begin the Adoption Process
Package Options
E-Pal
$30
Quick and Easy!
- Digital Adoption Certificate
- Photo of the animal with fact sheet

Buddy
$100
Includes E-Pal Package Gifts Plus More!
- Adopt-an-Animal window cling
- Letter from animal's caregiver
- Plush animal
