Manatee River

The Manatee River is a 36-mile-long river in Manatee County, Florida, that flows into the Gulf of Mexico. The river's watershed covers approximately 362 square miles and includes several tributaries, including the Braden River. The Manatee River is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including manatees, alligators, dolphins, and numerous species of fish, as well as endangered birds such as the wood stork and the Florida scrub-jay. However, human development in the area has had a negative impact on the river's water quality, with decreased water quality and increased use of organic pesticides being major concerns.learn more on wikipedia