TODAY'S RESEARCH FOR TOMORROW'S OCEANS

  • Research Programs
  • Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program
  • Internships
  • Mote Field Stations
  • Environmental Updates (red tide, turtle nesting, stranding info, etc.)
  • LSAMP Marine Science Laboratory Alliance Center of Excellence
  • Marine Policy Institute
  • Research Library
  • Research Initiatives
  • Research Partners

    • Fin Fact

    Manatees make sounds—in fact, they make five different calls: squeaks, high squeaks, squeals, squeak-squeals, and chirps. They even have “graded” calls, meaning they can adjust a single call to convey more nuances of what they’re doing or how they’re feeling. Think of how a cat adjusts its “meow” when startled, happy, or excited. Mote scientists study manatee vocalizations to better understand the behavior of these imperiled mammals.

    Fin Fact

    Manatees make sounds—in fact, they make five different calls: squeaks, high squeaks, squeals, squeak-squeals, and chirps. They even have “graded” calls, meaning they can adjust a single call to convey more nuances of what they’re doing or how they’re feeling. Think of how a cat adjusts its “meow” when startled, happy, or excited. Mote scientists study manatee vocalizations to better understand the behavior of these imperiled mammals.

    Veronica Brady

    Veronica Brady

    "Every member of Mote's Legacy Society has their own connections to Mote—their own reasons for giving," she continues. "But we all have one thing in common: Our belief in Mote and our desire to support its future. And that makes us all part of the Mote Family. I try to share that mote message with my family and friends—and know other Legacy Society Members do, too. That way, our 'family reunion' at next year's Legacy Society breakfast will be even bigger."

    Brian & Susan Kelly

    Brian & Susan Kelly

    "We enthusiastically support Mote Marine Laboratory's research to preserve and improve our oceans - mankind needs these noble and critical programs. Join us in dedicating a portion of your legacy to Mote."