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

According to an Associated Press report, the manatees are amassing around Florida Power & Light Company’s plant in Riviera ...

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

On Monday, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service published a proposed rule that would keep the Florida manatee at threatened and ...

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

Federal officials propose keeping Florida manatees listed as 'threatened' and boost a subspecies of sea cows in the Caribbean ...

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

A 16-year-old horse mysteriously disappeared out of Manatee County. Now, staff are asking the public to spread the word to ...

Gov. Ron DeSantis said Wednesday that he and the Florida Senate are ready and willing to address a financial crisis for condo ...

Why herds of manatees are huddling in water near America's power plants - A polar vortex that has hit much of the U.S. in a ...

Here's what you need to know to plan a trip to Longboat Key, including the best hotels, things to do, and more.