Boaters should be cautious of sea turtles and manatees because of the abundance of sightings on Georgia’s coast.

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

At Weeki Wachee Springs State Park in Florida, see mermaids swim underwater, joined by manatees, turtles, and fish; or head ...

During World Water Day on March 22, it’s worth highlighting ways to explore the Indian River Lagoon and a new photo project ...

Colombian marine biologist Fernando Trujillo has spent a lifetime working with the endangered creatures, which offer a window ...

There’s a place in Florida where time slows to the pace of gentle giants gliding through crystal-clear waters, where your ...

Crystal River isn’t just another dot on the Florida map – it’s nature’s masterpiece hiding in plain sight, just 90 minutes north of Tampa on the state’s Gulf Coast.

Drinking hot water may be more than just a comfort drink. In traditional Chinese medicine, warm or hot water is often prescribed to help improve overall health and wellness. While more research is ...

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — A jury has been seated in the trial of the woman accused in a deadly hit-and-run. Teresa Zeppi, 60, was escorted by a deputy as she entered the courtroom Monday ...

Floridians love manatees. The marine animals, lovingly known as "sea cows" or "gentle giants," spend the winters swimming in rivers, bays, canals, estuaries and coastal areas from Nov. 15 to March 31.

Let’s discover the fantastic record-breaking manatee gathering in Florida at Blue Spring State Park. Park officials counted 932 manatees. Florida manatees have faced tough survival challenges in ...