On August 15, University of Florida Marine Animal Rescue released Injera back to the big blue! The hook was successfully removed orally without the need for surgery by Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s staff veterinarian!
Clearwater Marine Aquarium will hold an Aquatic Luau on Saturday, Aug. 12 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. as part of the Aquarium’s new after-hours series, offering guests a unique and unforgettable waterfront experience.
This female loggerhead sea turtle was found floating offshore near Fort De Soto in May and was rescued by the Coast Guard. Dhebra was found floating, lethargic, and with a thin body condition. In our care, she has gained 20 pounds. Dhebra recovered quickly and was cleared for release by our veterinarian and Florida Fish and Wildlife and returned home!
Clearwater Marine Aquarium announces the international expansion of its Amigos de Las Tortugas program, a collaborative initiative with Inwater Research Group. This ecologically important educational program, aimed at promoting sea turtle conservation, has now reached the shores of Acapulco, Mexico.
On Thursday, July 20, Clearwater Marine Aquarium released a Kemp ridley’s sea turtle,Focaccia, back into the wild in Clearwater after almost a month of rehabilitation.