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Clearwater Marine Aquarium Presents Whale Expert Dr. Michael J. Moore at Marine Life Speaker Series

Posted October 23, 2025

Clearwater Marine Aquarium is proud to host the next installment of Echoes of the Ocean: A Marine Life Speaker Series on Tuesday, Nov. 4, at 5:30 to 8 p.m. in the Dolphin Tale Theater. This dynamic evening will feature world-renowned veterinary scientist and right whale expert, Dr. Michael J. Moore, from the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution.

Trick or Treat with the Fishes as Clearwater Marine Aquarium Hosts Halloween Spookquarium Oct. 31

Posted October 14, 2025

Clearwater Marine Aquarium will transform into a Halloween Spookquarium Friday, Oct. 31from 3 – 6 p.m., as it hosts a family-friendly evening of eerie excitement and Halloween fun to create memories with family and friends.

Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Fig

Updated November 25, 2025 Posted October 14, 2025

Fig is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found entangled in fishing line near Hudson, FL on Sept. 21, 2025. The entanglement caused a small ligature injury to their right front flipper. Fig also has fibropapilloma tumors with a large tumor on their left eye that is obstructing their vision. Fig’s initial treatment plan consisted of fluids and vitamin injections.

CMA Repairs Sea Turtle Necropsy Equipment With Support From the Sea Turtle Grants Program

Posted October 1, 2025

Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) is proud to announce it has been awarded over $31,000 through the Sea Turtle Grants Program, funded by a portion […]

Inspirational Guests to be Honored at Clearwater Marine Aquarium

Posted September 30, 2025

Winter the Dolphin inspired millions around the world with her courage and resilience. Though she passed on November 11, 2021, her spirit lives on in those who face adversity with hope and determination.

“Walnut” the Green Sea Turtle Released by CMA After Extensive Care and Rehabilitation

Updated September 19, 2025 Posted September 12, 2025

Clearwater Marine Aquarium announces the successful release of a juvenile green sea turtle, Walnut. After receiving extensive care from CMA rehabilitation and veterinary teams, Walnut has had a complete transformation from their intake to release.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Welcomes Renowned Dolphin Expert Dr. Randy Wells to “Echoes of the Ocean” Speaker Series, Sept. 16

Updated August 28, 2025 Posted August 26, 2025

Clearwater Marine Aquarium will present Echoes of the Ocean: A Marine Life Speaker Series, featuring world-renowned dolphin researcher Dr. Randall Wells on Tuesday, Sept. 16, from 6 to 8 p.m. at CMA’s Dolphin Tale Theater.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Welcomes Back Lima the Sloth for Exclusive Weekend Meet & Greets

Updated August 28, 2025 Posted August 25, 2025

Clearwater Marine Aquarium announces the return of Lima the sloth for a series of unforgettable weekend meet & greets August and September, offering guests a unique and educational encounter with one of nature’s most fascinating creatures.

Sea Turtle Shellebration: Clearwater Marine Aquarium Features Resident Sea Turtle, Stubby, with Book Launch

Updated July 23, 2025 Posted July 22, 2025

Clearwater Marine Aquarium invites guests to a Sea Turtle Shellebration on July 24, a family-friendly event spotlighting the launch of a children’s book written about one of CMA’s resident sea turtles, Stubby. The event will feature longtime CMA volunteer and author, Madison DiLoren, and the debut of a sea turtle-inspired clothing line from local brand Emerson and Friends.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Mourns the Passing of Dr. James “Buddy” Powell, A Giant in Manatee Research

Posted July 22, 2025

With extremely heavy hearts, Clearwater Marine Aquarium announces that Dr. James “Buddy” Powell, Chief Zoological Officer of Clearwater Marine Aquarium, and Executive Director of Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute (CMARI), passed away Saturday, July 19, following a brief illness. For more than 50 years, Dr. Powell worked to conserve manatees and other endangered species such as North Atlantic right whales and sea turtles around the world through science and education. With an integrated approach to unlock solutions for conservation issues, his efforts have resulted in coastal protected areas in Florida, West Africa, Belize and Cuba.