Two brave fishermen from the Philippines began the year by saving the life of a trapped dugong or sea cow, the ancient sea mammal generally credited with being the origin of the mermaid myth. Manila, ...

So unless humans take real action to help save manatees, mermaid "sightings" and fantasies may begin to fade away - right along with the creatures that inspired the myth.

The new manatee is named Mermaid and weighs approximately 525 pounds. She was rescued in February from the Homosassa River north of Tampa, needing critical care. Through their collaboration with ...

These large, aquatic mammals gather in local waterways to such an extent that Crystal River is considered the Manatee Capital ... you’ll find incredible mermaid shows. These dazzling displays ...