Under the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972, the Endangered Species Act of 1973, and the Florida Manatee Sanctuary Act of ...

Unlike other locations in Florida where you can interact with manatees – the Crystal River area north of Tampa is probably the most famous – the water here isn’t clear, so it isn’t always easy to see ...

Round Island Riverside Park is one of the best places to see manatees, beyond Florida’s many natural springs. The 83-acre Indian River County park is just north of the St. Lucie County line, between ...

As a native Floridian, I’d argue the best way to experience Florida is from the water.

BK Adventure kayakers encounter bioluminescence in Meritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, Florida, July 2023. A good percentage of the population has heard of bioluminescence, but has no idea what it ...

Annie the manatee and her calf, as well as two juvenile sea cows, were spotted recently at Blue Spring State Park on the Save the Manatee Club's above-water webcam. The group was spotted swimming from ...

Amidst the diverse landscapes and crystalline waters of Florida, lies a gentle giant—the manatee. From the cool springs of West Volusia County, to the warm havens of Fort Myers, Tampa Bay, and Central ...

This story is part of our weekly Hidden Gems feature series as the USA TODAY Network – Florida takes readers around the state to highlight some of our most interesting attractions. Round Island ...