Video: Manatee gives diver hug while swimming in Central Florida spring
A manatee gave a Florida diver a hug and the unexpected moment was caught on camera.
FWC marine mammal facility at Eckerd College to get $18M upgrade
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s marine mammal facility on Eckerd College’s campus is getting an upgrade.
'We feel privileged to do this work:' 3 manatees receive care at The Bishop Museum
Three manatees are now receiving care at the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature in Bradenton.
Manatee left unattended before death while employees drained pool at Homosassa state park: Report
A 1,000-pound female manatee named Shantay died at the Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park in January after employees left her unattended while draining the pool she was in, according to a new report from the USDA.
Photos: Manatee with fishing lure caught in mouth rescued on Florida beach
A manatee is back in the water after a team of rescuers worked on Earth Day to remove a fishing lure caught in its mouth on a Florida beach.
FWC investigating 9 manatee deaths in 6 weeks in the Homosassa River
An investigation is now underway to figure out what caused several manatees to die in the Homosassa River in Citrus County.
Injured manatee rescued, taken to ZooTampa: FWC
A manatee is recovering at ZooTampa after crews found it in southwest Florida suffering from what the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) called a "recent watercraft wound."
Manatee rescued from cold waters in St. Pete recovering at ZooTampa
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.
Manatee found dead in Largo, FWC investigating cause of death
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission says they are investigating what happened after a manatee was found dead in an inlet off of Arvis Cirlce E. in Largo.
ZooTampa rescues 2-year-old manatee likely displaced by Hurricane Helene's storm surge
ZooTampa at Lowry Park sent their Manatee Rescue Team to Dixie County to help save an entrapped manatee last week.
Manatee Viewing Center reopens in Apollo Beach
As temperatures begin to drop by Florida standards, manatees start seeking warmer waters and those wishing to see the sea cows can once again gather in Apollo Beach.
FWC rescuing manatees after 4 found trapped in Largo pond
Biologists from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission are rescuing four manatees trapped in a pond at a Largo cemetery on Friday. As of late Friday morning, two of the manatees have been rescued.
ZooTampa helps save stranded manatees after Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene’s severe weather conditions and strong storm surges forced communities across southeastern Florida to evacuate their homes for safer grounds, but what happens to animals in Florida’s ecosystem when natural disasters occur?
Manatee rescued from retention pond after Debby released in Oldsmar
A manatee rescued from a retention pond after Debby blew through the Tampa Bay area was released at Veterans Memorial Park in Oldsmar.
2 rescued manatees newest guests at Clearwater Marine Aquarium's new manatee rehab center
Yeti and Zamboni are the Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s newest guests.
Beloved manatee, one of the oldest in Florida, dies at ZooTampa
ZooTampa is mourning the loss of one of the oldest manatees in the world. Juliet was more than 65 years old when she passed away early Sunday morning.
Manatee deaths on Nature Coast causing renewed worries
The recent deaths of several manatees in the Mud River in Hernando County have state wildlife experts along Florida's Nature Coast concerned.
5 orphaned manatees released into Florida spring after being nursed back to health
Five orphaned manatees that have been rehabilitated are back in their natural habitat.
Florida manatees rebound to record-breaking winter numbers
After years of dwindling numbers for Florida manatees, wildlife officials say numbers are bouncing back thanks to continued efforts by the state.
2 manatees released into wild near Apollo Beach after being nursed back to health
It's great news for two young manatees that were nursed back to health.