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# Eric Hansen

## Blog Post by Eric Hansen

## [Eric Hansen Jan 12, 2025 9:19:00 PM 12 min read Gopher Tortoise Controversy: The Endangered Species Listing Debate The gopher tortoise (Gopherus polyphemus), a keystone species native to the southeastern ... Start Reading](https://vikingecotours.com/videos-stories/gopher-tortoise-controversy-the-endangered-species-listing-debate)

## [Eric Hansen Jan 10, 2025 4:00:26 PM 9 min read Understanding Florida Manatees: Lessons from the Past to Shape Their Future The Florida manatee, a gentle marine mammal, is an iconic symbol of Florida’s coastal and ... Start Reading](https://vikingecotours.com/videos-stories/understanding-florida-manatees-lessons-from-the-past-to-shape-their-future)

## [Eric Hansen Jun 24, 2024 11:39:30 PM 138 min read Florida Manatees: Insights from Research and Conservation Strategies Florida Manatees: A Comprehensive Overview of Research and Conservation Efforts Examining ... Start Reading](https://vikingecotours.com/videos-stories/florida-manatees-insights-from-research-and-conservation-strategies)

## [Eric Hansen May 6, 2024 8:51:15 PM 17 min read Summer Bioluminescence Kayaking: 10 Things to Do & See Embark on a thrilling adventure with summer bioluminescence kayaking and explore the ... Start Reading](https://vikingecotours.com/videos-stories/summer-bioluminescence-kayaking-10-things-to-do-see)

## [Eric Hansen Jan 2, 2024 4:51:32 PM 10 min read 10 Fascinating Facts About Gopher Tortoises | Viking EcoTours Discover the incredible world of gopher tortoises with these 10 fascinating facts. From ... Start Reading](https://vikingecotours.com/videos-stories/10-facts-about-gopher-tortoises)

## [Eric Hansen Dec 19, 2023 11:37:34 AM 38 min read Explore Playalinda Beach A Comprehensive Guide to Playalinda Beach at Canaveral National Seashore Discover ... Start Reading](https://vikingecotours.com/videos-stories/explore-playalinda-beach)

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