Hundreds of manatees are beginning to enter the waterways of Crystal River this month, marking the beginning of manatee season which officially started on Nov. 15 and will continue until the end of March.

The beloved sea cows still face many threats, but deaths this year were not as high as in 2021 and 2022, when conservation groups say a record die-off claimed 20 percent of the population.

An endangered manatee found living with a hook in its mouth has a history of getting into jams, Florida officials say. The 4-year-old was captured in Blue Springs Tuesday, April 22, with a fishing lure pinned to her lip, the Florida Fish and Wildlife ...

Florida manatees are on the move, which means more opportunities to see these "gentle giants" from shore. What's your favorite location?

It might be hard to imagine, but manatees are believed to have inspired sailors’ tales of mermaids and sirens. Visit the blog to learn more!