Florida manatees used to be classified as endangered species, which can get more protection. But, in 2017 they were ...

A polar vortex that has hit much of the U.S. with ice and snow has dealt a glancing blow to Florida and its manatee ...

Watercraft manatee deaths were up in 2024 as 96 sea cows were hit and killed by vessels in the Sunshine State. The Florida ...

The sea cows won't be reclassified despite ongoing high mortality rates from starvation, boat strikes and habitat loss.

The friendly giant was the first successful rescue from North Carolina and was rehabilitated by SeaWorld before being ...

Rose underscored the importance of reporting sick or injured manatees to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at 888-404-3922. “Your vigilance and quick action can make a life ...

Rose underscored the importance of reporting sick or injured manatees to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at 888-404-3922. “Your vigilance and quick action can make a life-saving ...

WELL, IT IS THAT TIME OF THE YEAR HERE IN SOUTH FLORIDA, WHERE COLD FRONTS DROP OUR TEMPERATURES DRASTICALLY FOR A FEW DAYS. FIRST WARNING METEOROLOGIST BROOKE SILVERING. JOINING US FROM MANATEE ...

From boat strikes to seagrass loss, Florida manatees are facing existential threats this decade, however, conditions for the gentle sea cow are likely more favorable today than they’ve been in ...