The new species, named Salmoneus manningi, is “overall whitish” with “ivory white” asymmetrical claws, researchers described.

From the warmest year on record to an arctic blast and even snow, marine biologists are concerned about weather and climate for some species.

The Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge on the Indian River Lagoon in East Central Florida became the first national wildlife refuge.

Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park introduces Manatee Cove, featuring rescued manatees Lil Joe and Inigo. Here's what we know: ...

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

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) proudly highlights the significant milestones achieved in 2024, as Florida solidifies its reputation as a national leader in conservation ...

Manatees are classified as threatened, though many environmentalists wish they would return to their former status of endangered. Fish and Wildlife reported 565 manatees dead in 2024. Three years ...

The most famous fictional tale about a whale is, of course, Moby Dick. Captain Ahab is obsessed with finding and killing the ...

Are Florida’s iconic manatees endangered? The answer to that seems obvious: Of course they are. Over the past five years, ...

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing Feb. 3 to get input on proposed changes to ...

While boating collisions are the top man-made threat to manatees, old stress is the most common natural threat. Manatees ...

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on Monday rejected efforts by several Florida environmental groups to get the manatees back on the endangered species list. The manatee was downgraded from ...