Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Trump administration has proposed rolling back regulations that strengthen protections for threatened and endangered species ...

In the wild, Florida’s manatees already face threats from cold stress, habitat loss, boat strikes and other human activities. Now advocates worry about the potential peril that manatees may encounter ...

Florida's beloved manatees are taking center stage, not just for their charm but due to rising concerns this season. Leah Williams, a water guide and captain at Crystal River Water Sports, shares a ...

UPDATE (1:30pm Aug. 7)– The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office reports that Gregory Stidd has been found safe. MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) – The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help finding ...

The words “God Squad” do not appear anywhere in the Federal Register notice posted last week, but they sure were implied.

Wildlife advocates are fearful the Trump administration's plans to roll back protections in the Endangered Species Act will hinder efforts to save iconic state animals such as the Florida panther and ...

For years, zoos and aquariums have tried to preserve some endangered species. There are plenty of benefits of animals living in captivity. For starters, they experience enhanced survival rates due to ...

The Trump administration has proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act to reduce federal regulations. One proposal would eliminate automatic protections for threatened species, known as the ...