Name: Manatee takes a sip from Bradenton police boat
Uploaded: 2026-04-14T12:04:10
Duration: 24 s
Description: Police in Bradenton were treated to an unusual sight in the water. Its marine unit had just finished patrol when an unexpected “dock inspector” showed up -- a manatee! Officers caught the manatee drinking water flowing from the boat while crews waited for it to move along.

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Manatee takes a sip from Bradenton police boat

Published: April 14, 2026 at 8:04 AM

Tags: Wild Florida, manatee, Bradenton

Police in Bradenton were treated to an unusual sight in the water. Its marine unit had just finished patrol when an unexpected “dock inspector” showed up -- a manatee! Officers caught the manatee drinking water flowing from the boat while crews waited for it to move along.