Press Releases Archives - Clearwater Marine Aquarium

Not Your Average Joe: Clearwater Marine Aquarium Announces New CEO

Posted July 21, 2022

Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s Chair of the Board of Directors Eric Busch is proud to announce that Joe Handy has been selected as the organization’s next CEO.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Receives $3.5 Million for Manatee Research and Rehabilitation Pools

Posted June 16, 2022

Florida Governor Desantis signed a record $109.9 billion budget including $3.5 million directed for manatee rehabilitation pools at Clearwater Marine Aquarium. The funds are part of a record $20 million set to enhance and expand the State’s manatee acute care facilities and to restore spring access and habitat restoration in manatee concentrated areas.

Study Confirms Belizean Manatees Face Similar Fate to Florida Manatees, Death by Boat Strike

Posted June 14, 2022

Data collected by the Belize Marine Mammal Stranding Network found that collision with watercraft accounted for the main cause of manatee strandings over a 23-year period, from 1997 to 2019.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Awarded Grant from the Sea Turtle Grants Program

Posted April 25, 2022

Clearwater Marine Aquarium shared they received over $17,000 as a result of Sea Turtle Grants Program, which is supported by a portion of revenues from Florida’s Sea Turtle Specialty License Plate.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Announces Dolphintopia on National Dolphin Day

Updated April 16, 2022 Posted April 15, 2022

On National Dolphin Day, CMA announced a brand-new immersive celebration called Dolphintopia. This June, CMA will transport guests to a summer of peace, love and dolphins.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Announces Manatee Survival Plan

Updated March 31, 2022 Posted March 28, 2022

CMA announces a three-phase manatee survival plan.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Welcomes New Rescued Resident Dolphin Named “Apollo”

Updated December 15, 2021 Posted December 14, 2021

Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) is excited to announce it has been selected by National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) to be the forever home to a new rescued male dolphin.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Announces Winter the Dolphin’s Legacy

Posted December 10, 2021

Dolphin Tale star will live on at Clearwater Marine Aquarium virtually, through onsite memorials, and help provide for its future.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium & Sunscreen Film Festival Announce Documentary Film Camp

Posted October 28, 2021

CMA announces new manatee rehabilitation center.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Announces $10 Million Manatee Rehabilitation Exhibit

Updated September 9, 2021 Posted September 7, 2021

CMA announces new manatee rehabilitation center.