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Manatee Rescue and Conservation with Jamal Galves, Ep.106
Episode 106
Tuesday, 9 December, 2025
Send Crystal a text letting her know what you thought about the show!This is another episode of the Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders program series! Affectionately known as the Manatee Man, Jamal Galves discovered his calling earlier than most. Growing up in the coastal village of Gales Point Manatee, he saw these gentle animals almost every day, never realizing they were endangered until a team of researchers arrived and opened his eyes to their struggle. At just eleven years old, he stepped onto a manatee research boat for the first time and that moment reshaped the entire trajectory of his life.Today, Jamal leads the Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute’s Belize Program, home to the longest-running manatee conservation effort in the Greater Caribbean. His work blends rigorous science with the wisdom and partnership of local communities, creating a model of conservation that is as people-centered as it is wildlife-focused.This episode explores the heart and science behind his work from marine mammal rescue, to the shifting health of manatee populations, how he gets buy-in of his conservation efforts, and more. HighlightsHow did an 11-year-old kid with no shoes talked his way onto a manatee research boat?How a two-day old manatee rescued after a hurricane inspired a whole nation.A first look at Belize’s new Marine Rescue & Education Center, built to heal manatees and inspire people toward action.What YOU Can DoBe mindful on the water. When boating or visiting coastal areas, follow no-wake zones, avoid seagrass beds, and stay alert for wildlife.Start young - or start now. There is no age or skill requirement to make a difference. All you need is your desire to help.Volunteer for cleanups, youth programs, or community events.Share stories that inspire action. Spreading positive conservation messages helps reach people who may never encounter them otherwise.Practice sustainable habits at home. Small changes in waste, water use, or energy matter when many people do them.ResourcesClearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute – Belize ProgramManatee Conservation Information (Greater Caribbean / Antillean Manatee)Jamal’s InstagramEmerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders (EWCL)Clearwater Marine Aquarium – Belize Marine Rescue & Education Center AnnouncementWant a free guide to help you become a force for nature? Get it HERE!If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and review it! This helps to boost its visibility. Hit me up on Instagram and Facebook and let me know what actions you have been taking. Adopting just one habit can be a game-changer because imagine if a billion people also adopted that! What difference for the world are you going to make today?
