These invasive pests are tormenting Florida’s manatees
Armored catfish are driving manatees out of their warm-water refuges, putting their health at risk. Here’s why it’s happening ...
As Florida experiences cold snaps, manatees migrate to warmer areas to avoid 'cold stress'
Prolonged exposure to cold water can cause manatees to lose body heat, leading to a potentially fatal condition known as ...
Editorial: Manatees deserve the highest levels of protection
Are Florida’s iconic manatees endangered? The answer to that seems obvious: Of course they are. Over the past five years, ...
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Manatees gather at Three Sister Springs in Crystal River to escape the cold
A cluster of manatees gathered at Three Sister Springs in Crystal River. TRENDING: ‘I don’t want any kid to feel like that anymore’: Ocala Equine Veterinarian purchased 25 acres of land to expand ...
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Manatees congregate near power plants as temperatures drop
While boating collisions are the top man-made threat to manatees, old stress is the most common natural threat. Manatees ...
Manatees congregate in warm waters near power plants as US winter storms graze Florida
A polar vortex that has hit much of the U.S. with ice and snow has dealt a glancing blow to Florida and its manatee ...
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Warm Water Is A Promise At One Of Florida's Most Underrated Crystal Clear Springs
Some of Florida's best-kept secrets are hidden in plain sight, away from the state's breathtaking beaches, like Sunny Isles Beach, and the controlled chaos that surrounds its kid-at-heart theme ...
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As Florida experiences cold snaps, manatees migrate to warmer areas to avoid 'cold stress'
Before winter hits, around mid-November, manatees seek warm-water habitats, such as natural springs and the outfalls from power plant discharge canals.Manatees conserve energy during cold weather ...