9/13/2023 0 Comments Adrenal cortex stress response![]() Plasma cortisol concentrations were not different in male and non-pregnant female manatees between sites but were elevated in pregnant manatees. The objective was to determine if healthy manatees from the Indian River Lagoon exhibited evidence of stress. Samples collected from healthy manatees (pregnant females, non-pregnant females, and males) at Crystal River (high quality habitat) and Indian River Lagoon (low quality habitat) in Florida, were assessed for adrenal hormones, proteins, glucose, and lipid content in plasma. ![]() Manatees inhabit sites that are impacted by human activities that can negatively affect stress physiology and metabolism. ![]() Florida manatees ( Trichechus manatus latirostris), a federally protected species, are classified as threatened due to anthropogenic stressors. ![]()
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