Fort Myers Beach Talk

Pregnant manatee killed after boat strike in Matanzas Pass off Fort Myers Beach

A pregnant manatee was killed when she suffered severe internal injuries from the direct impact of a boat in Matanzas Pass on ...

The Manatee Whisperer: Why Tampa Bay manatees are thriving during drought

Scientists say the crystal-clear water comes with an uncomfortable truth: Tampa Bay looks healthier when less stormwater ...
WTSP

With manatees on the move, officials ask boaters to be careful and slow down

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Florida Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding Floridians and visitors to be "extra mindful" during this season to watch out for manatees when navigating waters ...
Tampa Free Press on MSN

Winter cold snaps drive spike in Southwest Florida manatee deaths

A succession of intense winter freezes has triggered a sharp increase in manatee mortality across Southwest Florida.
AOL

What It's Like To Swim With Manatees In Florida—And How You Can Do It Too

My preferred water temperature for swimming here in Florida hovers around 85°F, but when winter rolls around, I suck it up and suck it in to shimmy into a 3mm wetsuit for an experience that’s unique ...
WGNO

Family horrified as boater appears to run over manatees in Florida

CLEARWATER, Fla. (WFLA) — A disturbing video recorded on Saturday in Florida appears to show a boater driving right over a group of manatees. The family that recorded the video said they first noticed ...

Between Tampa And Fort Myers Is Florida's Underrated Scenic State Park With Fishing, Hiking, And Paddling

The section of Florida between Fort Myers and Tampa is home to multiple state parks, including this lakeside getaway with ...