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Face to Face With Florida Nature
The manatees enjoyed time out in the spring and spring run, consuming native vegetation that had grown during renovations to the park’s Underwater Observatory.
A Peaceful Escape: Manatee Webcams (Almost) Live
If a sunny vacation seems too far away, you can still take a day trip from your phone or desk to a Florida state park with our manatee webcams.
Swimming with Manatees: Harmless or Harmful?
You may have seen videos online regarding swimming with manatees. But what many people don’t realize is that these programs can be harmful to them.
Why Your Manatee Sighting Submissions Matter!
Manatee research and monitoring programs have been established throughout the state of Florida to collect data on manatee biology, reproduction, and habitat use.
Save the Date: Giving ‘TEESday 2025
Giving Tuesday is just around the corner! On Tuesday, December 2, we will once again be turning Giving Tuesday into Giving ‘TEESday to support imperiled manatees and their aquatic habitat.
Manatee Myths Debunked
There are a lot of manatee misconceptions out there. Debunk the myths and learn the facts from SMC mana-team member Cora Berchem.
Volunteer Spotlight: Jennifer Chandonnet
Read about Jennifer’s volunteer story, which adopted manatee she has, and her favorite moments from volunteering.
Manatee Moms: Nurturing the Next Generation
A manatee mother not only gives birth and nurses her calf but also teaches them everything they need to live on their own.
