Armored catfish are driving manatees out of their warm-water refuges, putting their health at risk. Here’s why it’s happening ...

Crystal River, Florida, USA Crystal River is hailed as the "Manatee Capital of the World," and for good reason. Every winter, ...

Silver Springs State Park near Ocala is great if you love the outdoors, show business history, and the vibe of pre-Disney ...

Are Florida’s iconic manatees endangered ... which can make manatees lethargic or unwilling to leave warmer-water springs to seek food. In the first 10 days of 2025, the state has logged ...

Recent news articles and broadcasts have drawn on a 2024 University of South Florida study to claim that manatees are not native to Florida or only arrived on Florida’s west coast in the 1950s.

“Florida’s manatees are suffering historic losses because of habitat loss, pollution, and watercraft collisions,” said Ryan Smart, executive director of the Florida Springs Council. “Now, more than ...

Driving the news: To celebrate Manatee Appreciation Day earlier this week, the United States Postal Service dedicated its "Save the Manatee" stamp in Silver Springs. Why it matters: Our beloved ...

FORT MYERS, Florida (WBBH) — The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed keeping manatees under a threatened species classification, which has sparked controversy as environmentalists argue they ...

Go during manatee season ... Alexander, Silver Glen, and Salt Springs. Each of them provides the kind of mind-blowing blues and greens that Florida's springs are known for, as well as perfect ...