It’s been cold across the state of Florida, and we’re not the only ones hoping to stay warm. A cluster of manatees gathered ...

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

There are many crystal-clear springs where water temperatures ... 72-degree Waters — and It's Full of Manatees at This Time of Year This Florida Town Is the Only Place on the Continent Where ...

Florida Manatee Festival in downtown Crystal River attracted thousands of visitors over the weekend. Sunny skies and ...

When I had my first opportunity to swim with manatees a handful of years ago, I must admit that I was hesitant—not because I ...

Held annually on MLK weekend, The Florida Manatee Festival is honored to present a moving tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King ...

A manatee is recovering at ZooTampa after he was rescued from cold waters near the University of South Florida's St. Petersburg campus on Wednesday.

Prolonged exposure to cold water can cause manatees to lose body heat, leading to a potentially fatal condition known as ...

Crystal River, Florida, is home to just over 3,000 ... from wetsuits and snorkels to expert navigation through all the manatees' favorite springs and hideouts. Outfitters like River Ventures ...

Martine de Wit, wildlife veterinarian with Florida Fish and Wildlife ... around mid-November, manatees seek warm-water habitats, such as natural springs and the outfalls from power plant ...