This was one benefit to the chilly temperatures we experienced in southwest Florida last month: We had perfect conditions for ...

Armored catfish are driving manatees out of their warm-water refuges, putting their health at risk. Here’s why it’s happening ...

Human-related causes were responsible for about 30% of the total number of deaths in Florida that had a determined cause.

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 ...

Recent news articles and broadcasts have claimed that manatees are not native to Florida or only arrived on Florida's west ...

Sponsor:  A1 Broadcast for Visit Florida When planning a Florida getaway, sandy beaches might be the first thing that comes to mind—but the Sunshine State offers so much more for nature lovers!

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 ...

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 ...