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Crystal River boat captains concerned about overcrowding on waters causing stress in manatees

Crystal River is the place to be to see manatees. Thousands of visitors gather, year after year, to catch a glimpse of the ...
WTSP

With manatees on the move, officials ask boaters to be careful and slow down

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Florida Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding Floridians and visitors to be "extra mindful" during this season to watch out for manatees when navigating waters ...
WTSP

ZooTampa releases record number of rehabilitated manatees into Florida waters in 2025

TAMPA, Fla. — ZooTampa announced it released 26 rehabilitated manatees into Florida waters in 2025, marking its highest number of releases during a 12-month period in its history. Monday, a ZooTampa ...
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Mother manatee and her calf recovering at ZooTampa after months trapped in canal

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A mother manatee and her calf are on their way to recovery at ZooTampa’s critical care center after spending months trapped in a canal. A rescue team consisting of more than 10 ...
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What It's Like To Swim With Manatees In Florida—And How You Can Do It Too

My preferred water temperature for swimming here in Florida hovers around 85°F, but when winter rolls around, I suck it up and suck it in to shimmy into a 3mm wetsuit for an experience that’s unique ...