The 43 million-year-old fossil skeleton of Pezosiren, an amphibious quadruped of the sea cow family tree. (Thesupermat via Creative Commons) When most people picture a manatee, they imagine a gentle “sea potato” drifting peacefully through the turquoise springs of Crystal River. 💙 But long before these slow-moving mermaids claimed Florida’s warm waterways as home, their ancestors were walking on land — yes, walking! Believe it or not, manatees belong to a surprising evolutionary family tree...

If you're looking for a unique, family-friendly summer activity on Florida’s Nature Coast, look no further than Crystal River scalloping...

Crystal River, Florida - May 2025 - (USAnews.com) – Salty Siren Tours and Charters offers the ultimate ecotourism experience for those...