These invasive pests are tormenting Florida’s manatees
Armored catfish are driving manatees out of their warm-water refuges, putting their health at risk. Here’s why it’s happening ...
Editorial: Manatees deserve the highest levels of protection
Are Florida’s iconic manatees endangered? The answer to that seems obvious: Of course they are. Over the past five years, ...
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Manatees gather at Three Sister Springs in Crystal River to escape the cold
A cluster of manatees gathered at Three Sister Springs in Crystal River. TRENDING: ‘I don’t want any kid to feel like that ...
As Florida experiences cold snaps, manatees migrate to warmer areas to avoid 'cold stress'
Prolonged exposure to cold water can cause manatees to lose body heat, leading to a potentially fatal condition known as "cold stress." ...
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Water lettuce, native but a nuisance, highlights herbicide tensions
A manatee and two calves sought refuge from the January morning chill in the warm, glassy waters of Silver Glen Springs. They ...
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Flames to Florida: Big Dog Ranch saves displaced pups, seeks loving new homes
In the wake of devastating wildfires across California, many families have lost their homes, leaving pets in peril and some ...
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Makeshift sleds and manatees: How Floridians took in the rare snow days
On The Florida Roundup, a look at what drove the "winter storm of the century" and how residents across the state experienced ...
Cold snap puts manatees at risk in the Tampa Bay area
A manatee was pulled from the St. Pete harbor area on Wednesday after cold stress nearly cost him his life. He’s one of four manatees rescued recently as temperatures drop across the bay. Manatees are ...
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One Of The Best Destinations To View Manatees In Florida Is A Free Admission Scenic Canal
When Florida's waters cool, this location's heated waters provide a manatee sanctuary. Since the '80s, the public has been ...