Manatees

“Red Tide” Killing Manatees In Record Numbers

“This is probably going to be the worst [manatee] die-off in history.” That’s the grim news from Martine DeWit, a veterinarian who oversees Florida’s marine mammal pathology laboratory.

CBS4–2013/03/09

S. Fla. Boaters Warned To Slow Down For Migrating Manatees

South Florida boaters are being reminded to slow down for migrating manatees.

CBS4–2012/11/15

Boaters Urged To Slow For Manatees

South Florida boaters are being reminded to take it easy in the Intracoastal Waterway and other inland waters because manatees are still in their yearly migration.

2012/02/19

Manatees Return To N. Florida Spring After Cleanup Project

The sea cows have returned to a North Florida spring after environmental officials spent nearly $100,000 on a project to coax them in.

CBS4–2012/02/18

Manatees Seek Warm Water Refuge

South Florida’s cold weather not only has residents and visitors shivering, it has the manatee population seeking warmer water in order to survive.

CBS4–2012/01/04

Cold Snaps Took Toll On Manatee Numbers Once Again

South Florida’s often quick by severe cold snaps have taken their toll on the state’s manatee population once again.

CBS4–2012/01/04

MIAMI - MARCH 15: A member of the Marlins Manatees performs as the United States takes on the Netherlands during round 2 of the World Baseball Classic at Dolphin Stadium on March 15, 2009 in Miami, Florida. The United States eliminated the Netherlands 9-3. (Photo by Doug Benc/Getty Images)

Report: Marlins Manatees Dancing No More

The Marlins franchise has had little to cheer about in recent years, except for the fun-natured, round mound of plus-sized cheerleaders known as the Manatees; but those days look to be over.

CBS4–2011/12/12