The state has been slow to adopt rules to protect Florida's endangered springs. While a boom in residential construction has ...

Looking for a hidden gem for your next weekend getaway? Inverness, Florida, is an underrated small town filled with charm and ...

Nearly 2,000 Florida manatees died in 2021 and 2022. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said the sea cows’ plight does not ...

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has announced that it does not intend to make significant changes to the threatened status ...

A crystal clear Florida river is one of the most popular spots for snorkeling, and gives visitors a chance to get up close to ...

Florida Manatee Festival is host to many non-profit organizations! Stop by to see how you can get involved, receive ...

It is my pleasure to welcome you to my hometown, the beautiful Crystal River, as we celebrate one of our favorite floating ...

Both marine mammals are subspecies of the West Indian manatee, which is currently designated as threatened under the ...

As we enter 2025, here are the biggest annual events to look forward to this year in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

Manatees usually migrate from Florida in the spring, so Florida residents only have a few months to go out and spot them in the wild before they’re gone. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife ...

A state report shows more than 500 manatees ... in the Indian River Lagoon were smothered by algae. The state’s manatee population is between 8,350 to 11,730, according to the Florida Fish ...