Nearly two dozen people helped with the rescue mission for a mama manatee and her baby. The mother sea cow was hit by a propeller over 20 times.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Trump administration has proposed rolling back regulations that strengthen protections for threatened and endangered species ...

Frigid weather killed 35 Florida manatees, nearly triple the average, raising concerns about the species' future.

An injured manatee mother was rescued after enduring over 20 strikes from a boat propeller. Her baby refused to leave her side.

Florida's manatees faced near-record deaths for young sea cows in 2025, but also saw seagrass recovery, new legal protections, and scientific breakthroughs offering hope for the future.

Wildlife advocates are fearful the Trump administration's plans to roll back protections in the Endangered Species Act will hinder efforts to save iconic state animals such as the Florida panther and ...

Wildlife officials say many manatee deaths in Florida remain under review as the impact of winter weather continues to unfold ...

In the wild, Florida’s manatees already face threats from cold stress, habitat loss, boat strikes and other human activities. Now advocates worry about the potential peril that manatees may encounter ...

Florida's beloved manatees are taking center stage, not just for their charm but due to rising concerns this season. Leah Williams, a water guide and captain at Crystal River Water Sports, shares a ...