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Meet the Rescued Tortoises at Reptilepalooza

Updated July 30, 2018 Posted March 17, 2018

Tortoises and turtle have become popular pets, but it is important to remember that many of these species are exotic wild animals that require special care and do not belong in local ecosystems where they are not natively found.

Six Ocean-Friendly Habits to Help Protect Marine Life

Updated September 3, 2021 Posted January 26, 2018

There are many ways to help conserve the ocean, starting in your own backyard! Here’s a list of some ocean-friendly habits to get started!

820 Pounds of Trash Collected at Coastal Cleanup on Memorial Causeway

Updated September 26, 2019 Posted October 23, 2017

Over 60 volunteers came to help clean up the coastal area around the causeway and collected an impressive 820 pounds of trash altogether.

Sea Turtle Grant for ATV Beach Patrol

Updated July 30, 2018 Posted October 16, 2017

Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) was fortunate to be funded in whole by a grant awarded from the Sea Turtle Grants Program in order to purchase an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) for beach patrols. This vehicle will allow better access to beaches for surveying and help increase our rescue team response time.

Hatchlings Rescued and Released

Updated July 29, 2018 Posted September 1, 2017

Two Baby Sea Turtles Rescued From a Swimming Pool Two sea turtle hatchlings arrived at Clearwater Marine Aquarium on August 29, 2017, after being […]

Fishing Gear Tips to Protect Sea Turtles

Updated July 29, 2018 Posted July 24, 2017

Practicing the use of safer fishing hooks and proper disposal of fishing gear are a few ways you can help make a big difference! […]

How You Can Help Protect Marine Life From Boat Strikes

Updated July 8, 2019 Posted June 30, 2017

Many of the marine animals that we rescue and recover have signs of boat strike injuries. The animals that are most susceptible to boat […]

Why Plastic Is a Problem for Sea Turtles and the Ocean

Updated September 3, 2021 Posted May 9, 2017

Jellyfish, plastic bags, balloons; these all look like food to a hungry sea turtle. But plastics and trash don’t belong inside a sea turtle or in the ocean at all. They can lead to a number of environmental problems. They are especially dangerous for marine animals that can become entangled or accidentally ingest these items while feeding. Once ingested, the plastic items can cause a variety of issues.

How the Sea Turtle Grants Program is Helping CMA Save Sick Sea Turtles in Florida

Updated January 22, 2019 Posted April 25, 2017

Purchase Florida’s specialty sea turtle license plate and help contribute to sea turtle conservation efforts near you! Helping Sea Turtles Survive Clearwater Marine Aquarium […]

Earth Day Celebrations

Updated July 29, 2018 Posted April 22, 2017

Trash to Toys 2017 Recycling Contest for Earth Day In honor of Earth Day, Clearwater Marine Aquarium held its annual Trash to Toys recycling […]