We could say the same of the infuriating, baffling decision to deny Florida’s manatees increased protection. These creatures are in danger — and they deserve all the human help they can get ...

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.

Which is why the TECO Manatee Viewing Center is so special. Vacationers appreciate a little break in their itineraries to see manatees swimming in the waters around the Tampa Electric water plant ...

(WCJB) - It’s been cold across the state of Florida, and we’re not the only ones hoping to stay warm. A cluster of manatees gathered at Three Sister Springs in Crystal River. TRENDING: ‘I don’t want ...

CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) -A cold weather shelter open in Manatee County for residents needing to stay warm. It will be open Thursday and Friday night. This shelter will be the Charlotte CARE ...

Theresa Schretzmann-Myers called in from the Butler Chain of Lakes in Orange County. "I sent the day at Wekiva Springs State Park (in Apopka) looking at the manatees who were trying to stay warm in ...

New manatee rehab center at Brevard Zoo The Brevard Zoo is putting the finishing touches on its brand new Manatee Rehabilitation Center. Posted January 25, 2025 6:44pm EST ...

Manatees impacted by cold weather It's been a rough, cold week for manatees in Florida, but the mammals soon will have more help if they're in trouble. Posted January 25, 2025 2:22pm EST ...

Babies can be picky eaters. They might refuse to nurse, struggle to bottle-feed or get colicky. Fortunately for the manatee rehabilitation staff at ZooTampa, Biscayne swims over when it’s time for ...

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A crash involving an overturned vehicle has one lane blocked on Manatee Ave at 3rd Street in Bradenton. Traffic is currently backed up over 1 mile, with a 12-15 minute delay.

Close to $900,000 in fines issued to drivers speeding in Manatee school zones ...