Press Releases

Researchers with Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute (CMARI) have sighted the first North Atlantic right whale mom and calf pair of the 2023-2024 season off the coast of South Carolina. The mother, Juno (Catalog #1612), estimated to be over 38 years old, has successfully given birth to her 8th documented calf.

A manatee in Clearwater Bay had quite a harrowing experience this past week but luckily after the persistence of local agencies, Clearwater Marine Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park, he was able to be returned safely.

Today, Clearwater Marine Aquarium unveils ArtSEA Conservation, an art exhibit featuring international, national and community artists, to show the connection between art and marine conservation. The aquarium’s fourth floor will be transformed into an art gallery where marine mammal paintings, sculptures and aquariums are on display along with videos featuring Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute’s fieldwork.

It was a magical afternoon as five amazing young people received awards for overcoming challenges and sharing their stories of hope at Clearwater Marine Aquarium on Saturday, Nov. 4. The awards celebrated uniqueness, diversity and inclusivity by honoring the guests of CMA’s Inspire Program at the Second Annual Inspire Awards. Recipients were praised for conquering their own challenges while making a positive impact in their community.

The annual Right Whale Festival will return to Amelia Island, Florida, and will be bigger than ever with more than 100 exhibitors and many new fun and educational events. The festival will be held Nov 4-5 at Main Beach Park in Fernandina Beach beginning at 10 a.m.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium will now be a part of an innovative network of zoos and sanctuaries around the world that will bring its animals to viewers 24-7. CMA is now part of zoolife, and is the first aquarium to join the platform as well as the first facility to showcase dolphins.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium announces that its two rough-toothed dolphins, Rosie and Rudy, have successfully made the transition from the Medical Pool to Pool 2 at the Ruth & J.O. Stone Dolphin Complex and are now ready for their closeups by visitors.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium will transform into a Halloween Spooktacular Tuesday, Oct. 31 from 3 – 7 p.m., as it hosts a family-friendly evening of eerie excitement and Halloween fun to create memories with family and friends.