A two-year-old manatee named Unai has become the freshest aquatic celebrity in Paris! 🦭 The Paris Zoological Park recently welcomed her from central France, hoping she’ll help boost the population of these gentle giants, whose survival is threatened by pollution, habitat loss, and human-made injuries.
Unai joins three male manatees (ages 15 to 35) as part of a Europe-wide captive breeding program. Think of it as a high-stakes underwater dating show 🌟 – but with conservation as the ultimate prize! Scientists say successful breeding could be a game-changer for the species, often called \"sea cows\" for their calm demeanor.
While Unai adjusts to her new home, zookeepers are cautiously optimistic. 🐋 \"Every birth in captivity brings us closer to stabilizing their numbers,\" said a park spokesperson. The program also highlights how zoos now prioritize species survival plans over mere exhibition.
