tory depends on how much prey is available and the prey's movements. The wolf packs stick together and defend their territory from other types of wolves. Wolves are considered good hunters because of their ability to travel large areas quickly for prey. A wolf is able to run up to forty-five miles per hour. The gray wolf has been brought to the brink of extinction because in the early twentieth century, settlers believed that wolves caused livestock losses. Wolves began being targeted by hunters who were sponsored by the government. Bounty hunters were able to make $20 to $50 per wolf. No other animal in the U.S. has ever been hunted with so much determination like the gray wolf has.The wolves were finally protected by the Endangered Species Act of 1973. One action that has been taken to help the recovery of the gray wolf is that the wolves are being reintroduced to Arizona and New Mexico. The actions taken toward helping the recovery has been very successful. Credit of the gray wolf's comeback can be given to scientific research, conservation and management programs, and education efforts to increase understanding of the wolves.ManateeThe trichechus manatus, better known as the Manatee, is found in coastal waters and rivers of the Atlantic and Caribbean regions in tropical and subtropical latitudes. Manatees are big mammals that live in aquatic environments and have round bodies in a shade of brown or gray. Manatees are also called sea cows because they brush against oceanic meadows. Instead of staying in ocean waters, the manatee prefers it's habitat to be located in low rivers, river mouths, bays, and coves. Manatees can adapt to oceanic and fresh water habitats. Most of the time manatees rest below the water surface and they come up occasionally to breathe. When the manatees migrate between winter and summer, they are able to cover a good distance because they only stop when the feeding conditions are favorable.The g...
