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Inaugural Workshop Advances Conservation Efforts Through The Wider Caribbean Manatee Alliance

Conservation leaders from across the Caribbean gathered in the Dominican Republic from February 26-28, 2025, for the inaugural workshop of the Wider Caribbean Manatee Alliance (WCMA). Hosted by the Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute (CMARI) and local partner FUNDEMAR, the workshop brought together 32 participants from 17 Caribbean countries and 27 institutions, including aquariums, NGOs, government agencies, and universities, to advance manatee conservation efforts across the region.

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Easter Bunny, Kangaroo Joeys Hoppin’ to CMA for Seaside Easter Breakfast, April 19

Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) invites families to enjoy a Seaside Easter Breakfast on Saturday, April 19, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This special event promises a morning of holiday cheer, featuring a visit and interactive story time with the Easter Bunny. This Easter celebration is sure to make lasting memories, all while supporting CMA’s mission of rescue, rehabilitation, and release of marine life.

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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.

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Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Aspen

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.

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Sea Turtle Hospital Patients – Whitney Lab Transfer January 2025

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.

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Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Wooster

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!

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