Beloved manatees had their day - but their homes remain in danger - Manatees were celebrated across the country on Wednesday.

In addition to admiring the baby animals, guests can explore the newest attraction, Rainforest Wild Asia, which features nearly 7,000 native plants and 36 species of animals. Visitors can also indulge ...

Despite their rotund appearance, manatees lack any significant fat stores and rely on warm waters to stay comfortable and ...

A one-day manatee survey in Crystal River is the focal point of one episode of Jeff Corwin’s current series, “Extraordinary ...

An occasional series where Mongabay’s founder and ceo Rhett Ayers Butler shares analysis, perspectives and story summaries.

Paddling with manatees on Crystal River. ©Visit FloridaNature Coast Covering 980,000 acres and nine counties, Florida’s ...

Mandai Wildlife Reserve welcomed 998 babies across 143 species in 2024. 34 of the species are listed as threatened under the ...

“While we are disappointed by the Fish and Wildlife Service’s decision not to extend endangered status to all West Indian manatees, we are pleased that the agency acknowledged the endangered status of ...