In his journal Columbus described these creatures as “not half as beautiful as they are painted” and noted that “in some ways ...

Help our sea cows The first part of a manatee that I saw was a big white scar,” Patrick Rose says. “As I got closer, I could ...

Residents and visitors will have a chance to spot the gentle giants as they move to warmer waters. Here's where: ...

Discover the gentle and peaceful nature of the manatee with this intimate close-up video. The footage captures the subtle ...

Discover the best activities and experiences in Crystal River, the perfect destination for your unforgettable Crystal River ...

Florida is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including several protected and endangered species. South Florida contains over 2 million acres of unique conservation lands like the Everglades and Big ...

Make way for the manatee. A surprise sea cow sighting put the brakes on a $64 million Gulf Coast construction project, according to a news release from the Texas Department of Transportation. ALSO ...

Manatees were spotted at the Calusa Marina in Goodland, Florida on March 31st. The manatees were drinking fresh water and appeared to enjoy being sprayed with a hose. Manatees, nicknamed "sea cows," ...

BRUNSWICK, Ga. – Boaters should be cautious of sea turtles and manatees because of the abundance of sightings on Georgia’s coast. Boat hits are a leading cause of sea turtle strandings and manatee ...

Florida Tech students are developing a robotic manatee, called "Mechanatee," to study real manatees without disturbing them. The robot will mimic the movements and communication of manatees to gather ...

Unlike other locations in Florida where you can interact with manatees – the Crystal River area north of Tampa is probably the most famous – the water here isn’t clear, so it isn’t always easy to see ...