World's Oldest Captive Manatee Dies In Accident

Snooty, the world's oldest manatee, is dead after an accident.  The South Florida Museum announced the 1,300 pound manatee's death Sunday, just one day after his 69th birthday.  An official cause of death hasn't been confirmed, but an investigation is currently underway.  

The museum staff said Snooty was found in an underwater area only used to access plumbing for the exhibit life support system.  Museum officials claim an access panel door that is normally shut was knocked loose and Snooty entered through that door.  Snooty appeared to have been stuck in the tight area.  He was described as intelligent and social.

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