Alex Mustard / Male Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostrus) rubbing his sensitive snout on a larger female during courtship. The female's calf looks on, below. Three Sisters Spring, Crystal River, Florida,...

Alex Mustard / A baby Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostrus) suckling on his mothers milk in the early morning. Three Sisters Spring, Crystal River, Florida, USA. February 2010

Alex Mustard / A young Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostrus) suckling from its mother. Crystal River, Florida, USA. February

Alex Mustard / A baby Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostrus) comes up to breathe, while adults rest in the warm waters of Homosassa Springs. The freshwater springs help the manatees stay warm during the wi...