The initial ruling from Mendoza was an answer to the environmental group Bear Warriors United filing a lawsuit in 2022 against FDEP arguing wastewater discharges into the lagoon that killed seagrass ...

Discover the Sunshine State's beloved "sea cows" and learn how to safely observe them in their natural habitat. Florida, a state boasting over 80 distinct ecosystems and home to more than 4,000 native ...

Just when I thought things couldn’t get much worse, they did. Our fearless leader had the brilliant idea of creating a ...

Nestled on Florida’s Nature Coast about 90 minutes north of Tampa, this waterfront paradise feels like it exists in its own ...

In a landmark moment for local tourism, Citrus County has been officially designated the “Manatee Capital of the World,” a ...

Located about 90 minutes north of Tampa on Florida’s Nature Coast, Crystal River isn’t your typical beach town plastered with ...

Manatees are one of the most loved animals in the world, and with good reason. These gentle sea mammals are friendly, fun-loving and live their lives at an easy pace. But how old is the oldest manatee ...

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection argued that a district judge's injunction should be put on hold.

The West Indian Manatee is listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act and is protected by the Marine Mammal Protection Act.

A warm-water marine mammal native to the Gulf Coast, the West Indian Manatee is now showcased in stunning 3D video on LG's Times Square billboard in New York City.

A warm-water marine mammal native to the Gulf Coast, the West Indian Manatee is now showcased in stunning 3D video on LG's Times Square billboard in New York City.