Stingrays are back for interactive experience at TECO Manatee Viewing Center

Stingrays are once again swimming through Cownose Cove at TECO's Manatee Viewing Center, giving people an opportunity to have ...

Chilly temperatures surprise locals and visitors in the Tampa Bay area

Residents, visitors, and the local wildlife braced for the cold temperatures at the Manatee Viewing Center in Apollo Beach.
Palm Beach Post

Two Florida places top list for ‘Best Free Attractions in US.’ Here’s where they are

Florida boasts two of the nation's top free attractions, according to USA Today 10Best. The Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach earned the top spot, offering sea turtle research, rehabilitation ...
Tampa Bay Times

A cold Florida winter day brings manatees and an adoring audience

On the chilliest days in Tampa Bay, manatees flock to warmer waters. People are quick to follow. Michaela Mulligan a climate and environment reporter. Reach her at mmulligan@tampabay.com. Freeze ...
WNCT

Manatee found in Tar River released at Florida beach

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, a manatee found in the Tar River in November was released into the wild. Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025, SeaWorld in Orlando released Pamlico the Manatee ...
Southeast Missourian

Manatees paddle to warm water to escape Florida chill

APOLLO BEACH, Fla. -- People aren't the only ones in Florida who don't like cold weather. Manatees -- those giant aquatic mammals with the flat, paddle-shaped tails -- are swimming out of the chilly ...