Description: This listing is for a single stamp from a booklet of 20. The image is an example of what you will receive. I choose randomly from my stock. Original backing in place US #58512024 Save Manatees• Promotes conservation efforts of the West Indian manatee Stamp Category: CommemorativeValue: 68¢ First Class Mail Rate (Forever)First Day of Issue: March 27, 2024First Day City: Silver Springs, FloridaQuantity Issued: 175,000,000Printed by: Banknote Corporation of AmericaPrinting Method: Offset, MicroprintFormat: Double-sided Booklets of 20Tagging: Phosphor, Block Tag Why the stamp was issued: To raise awareness of the threats faced by the West Indian manatee, both human- and environment-related. About the stamp design: Pictures a digital illustration of a manatee underwater by artist Nancy Stahl. First Day City: The First Day of Issue Ceremony was held on Manatee Appreciation Day at Silver Springs State Park, Silver Springs, Florida, an area famous for its populations of manatees. History the stamp represents: Manatees are large, aquatic marine mammals weighing up to 1,300 pounds and measuring up to 13 feet long. They have paddle-like tails, two flippers, and are fairly slow-moving. There are three known species of manatee: Amazonian, West Indian, and West African. The United States is home to the West Indian manatee, found mostly in Florida. Habitat destruction, climate change, and human activities all threaten manatee populations. That’s why nonprofit organizations like Save the Manatee Club (SMC) have made it their mission to help. They work with scientists and communities around the world to spread awareness and provide support to rescue and rehabilitation organizations. According to SMC, there are some simple ways humans can help manatees. One is by slowing down while boating. Propeller strikes are a major cause of injury to manatees, with many adults displaying large scars from these accidents. It is also important to give manatees space if swimming near them. Stay at least one body length away and do not swim over top of them or touch them. And do not give them anything to eat or drink. If you see an injured or sick manatee while in Florida, contact the Save the Manatee Club to report it. By following these simple guidelines, we can all help protect manatees from extinction.
Price: 1.65 USD
Location: Weston, Massachusetts
End Time: 2025-02-03T20:14:07.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Denomination: Forever Stamp
Type: Single
Place of Origin: United States
Quality: Mint Never Hinged/MNH
Color: Multi-Color
Grade: Ungraded
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Topic: Nature
Certification: Uncertified
