Press Releases | Manatee Rescue Rehab

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If you spot a sick, injured, or orphaned manatee, or a manatee that is being
harassed, report it immediately by calling 1-888-404-FWCC (3922).

Press Releases

Read press releases from the Manatee Rescue and Rehabilitation Partnership relating to joint efforts conducted by partner organizations.

Over 20 Rehabilitated Manatees Return to Florida Waters After Several Years of Rehabilitation

February 18, 2026

Six Manatees Successfully Rehabilitated at Two Ohio Zoos Flown Back To Florida Facilities to Prepare for Return to Home Waters

November 12, 2025

Five Rehabilitated Manatees Return to Florida Waters After Several Years of Rehabilitation

February 8, 2024

Manatee Rescue & Rehabilitation Partnership Members Successfully Assisted the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service with the Transport of Three Manatees from Miami Seaquarium to SeaWorld Orlando and ZooTampa at Lowry Park
December 5, 2023

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