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Thirsty manatee stops by Florida police dock for a fresh-water rinse-off drink
Swimming around all day in Florida's oceans caused a manatee to work up quite a thirst — and steal some fresh water.
BRADENTON, Fla. (CBS12) — Swimming around all day in Florida's oceans caused a manatee to work up quite a thirst — and steal some fresh water.
The Bradenton Police Department said on Monday, its marine unit was wrapping up patrol and rinsing a boat when an unexpected "dock inspector" showed up for a drink.
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