A manatee was pulled from the St. Pete harbor area on Wednesday after cold stress nearly cost him his life. He’s one of four manatees rescued recently as temperatures drop across the bay.
TAMPA, FLA. (WSVN) - Animal care teams in Tampa rescued a manatee from frigid waters after it was found wandering alone. The staff is keeping a close eye on the 1-year-old, 270-pound manatee.
Armored catfish are driving manatees out of their warm-water refuges, putting their health at risk. Here’s why it’s happening—and what scientists are doing to help. An invasive armored ...
Manatees are classified as threatened, though many environmentalists wish they would return to their former status of endangered. Fish and Wildlife reported 565 manatees dead in 2024. Three years ...