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.

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. 

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.

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.

Manatees return to Apollo Beach as temperatures drop

Dozens of manatees delighted families this holiday season as they gathered for warmth at TECO’s Manatee Viewing Center in Apollo Beach. 

Manatee Viewing Center opens in Apollo Beach for the season

They’re back! As the temperatures begin to drop, manatees start making their way to warmer waters and are gathering at Tampa Electric’s Big Bend Power Station in Apollo Beach. 

Florida deputies: Stop calling us about manatee sex

Deputies have asked citizens to stop calling them about the hoards of flailing manatees in the canals and shorelines of the Gulf Coast communities: "We can assure you they are more than fine."