Pollution from human waste is putting pressure on Jacksonville’s waterways and threatening the survival of manatees across the state. Environmental advocates say biosolids and leaking septic systems ...

Nearly two dozen people helped with the rescue mission for a mama manatee and her baby. The mother sea cow was hit by a propeller over 20 times.

Yes, Florida has to follow the Endangered Species Act when it comes to protecting its beloved, highly imperiled manatees — at least for now, a federal appeals court has ruled. Reading up on this case ...

Frigid weather killed 35 Florida manatees, nearly triple the average, raising concerns about the species' future.

Yes, Florida has to follow the Endangered Species Act when it comes to protecting its beloved, highly imperiled manatees--at least for now, a federal appeals court has ruled. Reading up on this case ...

TALLAHASSEE — Pointing to ongoing threats to manatees, a U.S. district judge Friday said the state has violated the federal Endangered Species Act in its regulation of wastewater discharges into the ...

An injured manatee mother was rescued after enduring over 20 strikes from a boat propeller. Her baby refused to leave her side.

Florida's manatees faced near-record deaths for young sea cows in 2025, but also saw seagrass recovery, new legal protections, and scientific breakthroughs offering hope for the future.

Manatees are an endangered species in Florida’s waters. One was rescued this week after it was found with hook in its mouth. This is not that manatee. FWC photo An endangered manatee found living with ...

In the wild, Florida’s manatees already face threats from cold stress, habitat loss, boat strikes and other human activities. Now advocates worry about the potential peril that manatees may encounter ...

Pointing to ongoing threats to manatees, a U.S. district judge Friday said the state has violated the federal Endangered Species Act in its regulation of wastewater discharges into the Indian River ...