Manatees largely swam under the radar of public attention for decades. But thanks in part to Jacques Cousteau’s 1972 ...

Armored catfish are driving manatees out of their warm ... reminiscent of an older Florida untouched by time. Cora Berchem’s paddle cuts deftly through the turquoise water.

Kayaking in Florida’s State Parks Need to ... Circle the mangrove islands, visit the canal to look for manatees and swimming iguanas, then paddle through the mangroves. We’ve gone out with ...

You can enjoy the water on a guided boat tour or rent a canoe or kayak and go for a paddle. Swimming is only allowed in the designated area. Head to Crystal River on Florida's west coast to ...

Manatee Park is a refuge for Florida manatees between December and February ... but you can also hop into a kayak and paddle out to spot them. Kayak rentals and guided tours are available through ...

Nestled along Florida’s southwest coast Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach is a haven for eco-conscious travelers seeking pristine ...

They're also one of Florida’s best-known, best-loved critters. We’re talking, of course, about manatees ... native plant and butterfly gardens, kayak/canoe rentals, playgrounds, restrooms ...

Florida's youngest manatees died in record numbers last year, possibly from lingering malnutrition or a counterintuitive sign that sea cow reproduction is slowly recovering, after years of fewer ...