Summertime is here and that brings a host of wildlife to our Gulf Coast, including manatees. These serene creatures play a vital role in our ecosystem, so it’s important to know the do’s and don’ts of ...

On May 18, 2025, in Big Pine Key, Florida, USA, @pale_horse_fishing_charters shared a video of his boat, Pale Horse 3. In the video, the author captures a slow trickle of water dripping from the back ...

The initial ruling from Mendoza was an answer to the environmental group Bear Warriors United filing a lawsuit in 2022 against FDEP arguing wastewater discharges into the lagoon that killed seagrass ...

Experts say people who see the visiting animals should steer clear and not feed the animals so as not to disrupt their ...

When Key West was organizing and systems were being put into place, the town council made a declaration that appeared in the ...

Below the sparkling, turquoise waters of Florida Bay are plants that don’t always get the credit they deserve. South ...

One playful manatee grabbed a diver's leg and gave him a hug while he was exploring a Central Florida spring. Casey Barrick says the moment was unexpected since "sea cows" usually keep their distance.

Tortoise Tortoises are land reptiles with heavy shells and slow, deliberate movements. Designed for endurance and protection, not speed, they may walk steadily but cannot run due to their body ...

Did you know that manatees used to be eaten? I'm not saying they should be, but they used to be! In the past, sea cows ...

The Ostego Bay Marine Science Center Foundation’s summer camp of exploring the Gulf and the outdoors while learning about science, is entering the final weeks of weekday camp on Fort Myers Beach. A ...

Waterfront restaurants like Crackers Bar & Grill offer the quintessential Florida dining experience, with fresh catches served on dockside patios where you can watch dolphins play while enjoying your ...

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has released its 2025-26 Florida manatee and sea turtle decals. These ...