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Meet Mermaid: A New Manatee Makes a Splash at EPCOT!
There’s a new face swimming into The Seas with Nemo & Friends at EPCOT—and her name is Mermaid! Dr. Mark Penning, Vice President of Disney’s Animals, Science and Environment, shared the exciting news on Instagram, introducing guests to the newest manatee to join the rehabilitation efforts at Walt Disney World.
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Weighing in at approximately 525 pounds, Mermaid was rescued from the Homosassa River, just north of Tampa, back in February after she required critical care. Now, thanks to Disney’s ongoing collaboration with the Manatee Rescue & Rehabilitation Partnership (MRP), she’s found a safe and supportive home at The Seas, where she’ll receive expert care from Disney’s skilled animal care team.
Mermaid’s stay at EPCOT is just one part of her journey—her time here is focused on helping her regain strength and put on healthy weight in preparation for her eventual return to the wild. Disney’s involvement in the MRP plays a vital role in the broader mission to support and protect Florida’s manatees, a species facing increasing threats in their natural habitat.
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As Dr. Penning put it, Disney is honored to help Mermaid and other manatees in this critical stage of their rehabilitation. So next time you visit The Seas with Nemo & Friends, be sure to stop by and say hello to Mermaid as she works toward swimming free once again!
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