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Clearwater Marine Aquarium Welcomes Two Adorable Juvenile Kangaroo Joeys: Irwin and Bindi
Clearwater Marine Aquarium is excited to announce the arrival of two juvenile kangaroo joeys—Irwin and Bindi—just in time for spring break this March and April. These adorable newcomers, brought to the Aquarium thanks to Amazing Animals, Inc., will delight visitors of all ages with their playful and unique personalities.
Jazz By The Bay: A SunSips Event at Clearwater Marine Aquarium – A Night of Music, Magic and Marine Life on March 8
Get ready for the ultimate jazz celebration at Clearwater Marine Aquarium's Jazz By The Bay: A SunSips Event on March 8 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Join us for an unforgettable evening of live jazz music, delectable New Orleans-inspired bites, and expertly crafted cocktails – all set against the breathtaking oceanic backdrop of our marine sanctuary.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium Successfully Rehabilitates and Releases 15 Cold-Stunned Turtles to Florida’s East Coast
Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) is excited to announce the successful rehabilitation and release of 15 cold-stunned sea turtles. CMA staff, volunteers, and interns made the journey to Florida’s east coast Thursday to release the turtles into the Atlantic Ocean.
Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Aspen - Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Aspen is a large, juvenile green sea turtle who was found washed ashore near Fort De Soto on Feb. 13. Aspen has a carapace deformity from a previous traumatic event. Sea turtles with these types of deformities typically have buoyancy issues so we will monitor their swimming behaviors over time. Aspen has a good body condition and received fluid therapy as their initial treatment.
Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Wooster - Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Wooster is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found floating in Dunedin, Fl on Jan. 25th. Wooster experienced acute hypothermia due to our local cold weather, and their body temperature was back to normal values the next day! We are hopeful for a quick recovery!
Sea Turtle Hospital Patients – Whitney Lab Transfer January 2025 - Clearwater Marine Aquarium
On Jan. 25, CMA received 12 juvenile, green sea turtles from Whitney Lab Sea Turtle Hospital in St. Augustine, FL. These turtles were a part of a local cold-stun event that overwhelmed their sea turtle hospital. Upon arrival, majority of these patients were active and in good body condition. All patients received an exam by our staff veterinarian and starting swimming within a few days. Once these turtles recover, they will be released back on the east coast of Florida.
Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Waukesha - Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Waukesha is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found floating and lethargic in St. Pete on Jan. 26th. Waukesha experienced acute hypothermia due to our local cold weather, and their body temperature was back to normal values within a few days.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium Unveils New BayCare Kids Check-Up Exhibit to Promote Health Awareness Among Families
Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) announces the opening of its new BayCare Kids Check-Up Exhibit, a three-year partnership that kicks off with the first phase opening today, Feb. 12. This interactive and educational exhibit in the Mangrove Key Kids Zone is located outside CMA’s Animal Hospital and surgical suite, allowing families and kids to see the similarities between themselves and marine life such as dolphins, manatees, turtles and more.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium Announces Exciting 2025 Marine Science Summer Camp Program
Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) is excited to unveil its highly anticipated Marine Science Summer Camp for 2025, offering an incredible blend of hands-on learning and coastal adventure for young explorers of all ages.
Experience the Magic of Aqua Lanterns at Clearwater Marine Aquarium Before It Ends Feb. 2
The dazzling Aqua Lanterns: A Chinese Festival of Lights at Clearwater Marine Aquarium, which began in October, is nearing its final days of its season. This unforgettable after-hours experience will be available Wednesday through Friday, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., until Feb. 2.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium to Present Sip & Sea Bridal Show and Open House
Clearwater Marine Aquarium will present its Sip & Sea Bridal Show and Open House, a free event, on Jan. 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to explore the Aquarium, gorgeous ballroom overlooking Clearwater Bay and the magical surroundings of marine animals.
Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Vegas - Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Vegas is a large juvenile, green sea turtle, who was found stranded in a creek near the Steinhatchee River in Dixie county on Jan. 4. This area experienced extreme flooding during Hurricane Helene, and now that the waters have receded, many marine animals are now trapped in this area. Vegas is in good body condition and has a minor case of fibropapilloma. We are hopeful for a quick turnaround!
Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Tolland - Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Tolland is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found stranded in a ditch near the Steinhatchee River in Dixie county on Dec. 29. This area experienced extreme flooding during Hurricane Helene, and now that the waters have receded, many marine animals are now trapped in this area. Tolland is otherwise in good body condition. We are hopeful for a quick turnaround!
Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Utica - Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Utica is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found stranded in a ditch near the Steinhatchee River in Dixie county on Dec. 29. This area experienced extreme flooding during Hurricane Helene, and now that the waters have receded, many marine animals are now trapped in this area. Utica is in good body condition and has a minor case of fibropapilloma. We are hopeful for a quick turnaround!
Clearwater Marine Aquarium Analyzes 30 Years of Sea Turtle Nesting Data
Researchers at Clearwater Marine Aquarium have published a scientific article titled Nesting Trends of Sea Turtles in North and Mid Pinellas County, Florida, USA, Over Three Decades,* analyzing data from 1990 through 2022 to identify trends in loggerhead sea turtle nesting numbers, nesting , and hatching success on Pinellas County beaches.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium Shows Global Influence with Belize Marine Rescue and Educational Center Groundbreaking
Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) and Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute in partnership with the Belize Ministry of Tourism & Diaspora Relations broke ground on CMA’s second manatee rehabilitation center this year – this one a new Belize Marine Rescue & Educational Center, on Dec. 11.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium Takes In 12 Endangered Cold-stunned Kemp’s Ridley Turtles for Winter Rehabilitation
Twelve cold-stunned Kemp’s ridley sea turtles made their way to Florida today, landing at St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) in a collaborative effort to save the lives of the critically endangered sea turtles.
Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Queens - Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Queens is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found stranded in a ditch near the Steinhatchee River in Dixie county on Dec. 4. This area experienced extreme flooding during Hurricane Helene, and now that the waters have receded, many marine animals are now trapped in this area. Queens is in good body condition and has a minor case of fibropapilloma. We are hopeful for a quick turnaround!
Clearwater Marine Aquarium Hosts Breakfast with Santa Dec. 21
Bring the whole family to celebrate the holiday season at Clearwater Marine Aquarium's Breakfast with Santa, Sunday Dec. 21 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Enjoy a memorable morning filled with holiday spirit, delicious food, festive crafts and a chance to meet Santa himself. Whether you're crafting ornaments, sipping hot cocoa, or taking photos with Santa, there's holiday cheer for everyone.
Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Philly - Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Philly is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found stranded in a ditch near the Steinhatchee River in Dixie county on Nov. 30. This area experienced extreme flooding during Hurricane Helene, and now that the waters have receded, many marine animals are now trapped in this area. Philly is in good body condition and has a minor case of fibropapilloma. We are hopeful for a quick turnaround!
CMARI Sights First North Atlantic Right Whale Mom and Calf Pair
Researchers with Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute (CMARI) have sighted the first identified North Atlantic right whale mom and calf on Dec. 1. Right whale Catalog #2413 ‘Nauset’ and calf, were sighted just over 5 miles off Sapelo Island, GA. Catalog #2413 is 31 years old and this is her fifth documented calf.
First North Atlantic Right Whale Documented of 2024-2025 Season
The first North Atlantic right whale of the 2024-2025 calving season was sighted in the Southeast U.S. on Wednesday, Nov. 20. ‘Black Heart,’ ID Catalog #3540 was sighted approximately two nautical miles east of High Hills, part of Cape Lookout National Seashore, N.C., by the North Carolina Early Warning System (NCWS) survey team from Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute (CMARI). Black Heart is approximately 19 years old and is recorded as having one calf in the past.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium Opens Florida: Wild & Exotic Exhibit
The Clearwater Marine Aquarium team has launched an exciting new exhibit, “Florida: Wild and Exotic,” which opened in the Atlantis Theater across from the Mangrove Key Kids Zone. This exhibit will showcase a variety of fascinating species, including amphibians, arthropods, reptiles and small mammals, all to help educate visitors about both native and invasive species in Florida.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium Kicks Off Holidays with Aqua Lanterns: A Chinese Festival of Lights, Saturday, Nov. 16
Dive into a sea of lights and wonder at Aqua Lanterns: A Chinese Festival of Lights at Clearwater Marine Aquarium. This luminous new after-hours kicks off the holiday season on Saturday, Nov. 16 at 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. and will feature the Ruth Eckerd Hall Chorus, which will perform throughout the evening with a selection of songs.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium 2024 Sea Turtle Nest Season Results: CMA Sees Increase with 271 Sea Turtle Nests
The good news about this year’s sea turtle nesting season? Clearwater Marine Aquarium saw an increase in turtle nests during the 2024 season. CMA documented 271 nests this year, compared to 227 nests in 2023, along the 21-mile stretch of beach they patrol annually in Pinellas County from mid-April to the end of October.
Manatee Tracking - Vito - Clearwater Marine Aquarium
A full health assessment was conducted on a ten-foot adult male manatee named Vito on August 19, 2024 north of Savannah, Georgia through the collaborative effort between Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute (CMARI), Georgia Aquarium (GAI), Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GDNR) and many other partners. Vito received a complete health checkup by CMARI, GAI and University of Florida veterinarian staff. He was also outfitted with a GPS satellite tag to closely monitor his travels as part of our manatee Northern Atlantic Coast Manatee Movement study. The project will collect crucial habitat use and health data to help manage threats to manatees that migrate northward into coastal Georgia and the Carolinas during the warmer months of the year. Working in cooperation with state and federal agencies, data collected from this project will also be utilized to gain a better understanding of how manatees adjusted to the drastic loss of food sources along the east coast of Florida which was the primary contributing factor to the manatee Unusual Mortality Event in recent years.
Manatee Tracking - Gotti - Clearwater Marine Aquarium
A full health assessment was conducted on a ten-foot adult male manatee named Gotti on August 21, 2024 north of Savannah, Georgia through the collaborative effort between Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute (CMARI), Georgia Aquarium (GAI), Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GDNR) and many other partners. Gotti received a complete health checkup by CMARI, GAI and University of Florida veterinarian staff. He was also outfitted with a GPS satellite tag to closely monitor his travels as part of our manatee Northern Atlantic Coast Manatee Movement study. The project will collect crucial habitat use and health data to help manage threats to manatees that migrate northward into coastal Georgia and the Carolinas during the warmer months of the year. Working in cooperation with state and federal agencies, data collected from this project will also be utilized to gain a better understanding of how manatees adjusted to the drastic loss of food sources along the east coast of Florida which was the primary contributing factor to the manatee Unusual Mortality Event in recent years.
Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Jaws - Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Jaws is a juvenile green sea turtle who was found washed ashore in St. Johns county on Aug. 10. Jaws was transferred to CMA from Whitney Lab on Aug. 27 due to space limitations they were experiencing with recent strandings. CMA will continue out the remainder of their rehabilitation. Our goal is to get Jaws ready for fibropapilloma tumor removal surgery!
Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Jacksonville - Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Jacksonville (or "Jax") is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found entangled in Volusia county on Aug. 24. Jacksonville was transferred to CMA from Volusia Marine Science Center on Aug. 27 to space limitations they were experiencing with recent strandings. CMA will continue out the remainder of their rehabilitation.
“Giants to Ghosts: The Plight of the North Atlantic Right Whale” to be Featured Oct. 3 at Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s Educational Speaker Series
Clearwater Marine Aquarium will present its third in a series of “Echoes of the Ocean: A Marine Life Speaker Series,” with “Giants to Ghosts: The Plight of the North Atlantic Right Whale,” Oct. 3 from 5 - 8 p.m. at CMA.
Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Hinsdale - Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Hinsdale is a juvenile green sea turtle who was found floating in St. Johns county on Aug. 25. Hinsdale was transferred to CMA from Whitney Lab on Aug. 27 due to space limitations they were experiencing with recent strandings. CMA will continue out the remainder of their rehabilitation.
Newly-Founded Wider Caribbean Manatee Alliance Seeks to Secure Healthy Future for International Manatees
In celebration of International Manatee Day, Sept. 7, Clearwater Marine Aquarium and the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium announce a new partnership they are cofounding called the Wider Caribbean Manatee Alliance (WCMA), an international network, which will link strategic partners across the Caribbean region to collaborate on conservation, community engagement, and research benefiting manatees.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium to Present Aqua Lanterns: A Chinese Festival of Lights, Opening Oct. 16
Dive into a sea of lights and wonder at Aqua Lanterns: A Chinese Festival of Lights at Clearwater Marine Aquarium. This luminous new after-hours experience debuts on Oct. 16 and will open Wednesday through Sunday evenings and select dates during the holiday season.