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Manatee Tracking – Prince

A full health assessment was conducted on a 10.5 foot adult male manatee named “Prince” on June 17, 2025 in Haynes Creek within the Chain-of-Lakes near Lisbon, Florida by Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute (CMARI) through the collaborative effort from Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Georgia Aquarium (GAI), SeaWorld Orlando (SWO), Brevard Zoo and St. Johns Water Management District.

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Manatee Tracking – Kottke

A full health assessment was conducted on a nine-and-a-half-foot adult male manatee named Kottke on April 30, 2025 at Cumberland Island, Georgia through the collaborative effort between Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute (CMARI), Georgia Aquarium (GAI), Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GDNR) and many other partners.

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“Spring Sips & Seals” March 21 at Clearwater Marine Aquarium

Visit Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s new resident seals as we celebrate Spring Sips & Seals on Saturday, March 21 from 6 to 9 p.m. Celebrate the first day of spring — and the excitement of spring break — with a special after‑hours evening at CMA and be among the first to meet our newest resident seals. Guests can also enjoy sunset views.

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Hop Over to Easter Brunch at Clearwater Marine Aquarium, April 4

Experience an unforgettable Easter Brunch at Clearwater Marine Aquarium on Saturday, April 4 from 9 a.m. to noon. The morning will feature delicious breakfast favorites highlighted by festive decor, beautiful bay views, fun activities for kids and visits from the Easter Bunny.

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Clearwater Marine Aquarium Celebrates Sea Turtle Awareness Day, April 4

Learn about sea turtles and celebrate Sea Turtle Awareness Day April 4 at Clearwater Marine Aquarium from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. CMA will host more than a dozen sea turtle conservation partners and teams represented with additional information to help protect sea turtles and their habitats. This event is included with general admission tickets.

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Gulf Specimen Marine Lab Transfers

On December 12, Clearwater Marine Aquarium received 12 juvenile Kemp’s ridleys transfers from New England Aquarium. These turtles were part of a recent mass cold-stun event in Cape Cod Massachusetts.

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Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Prometheus

Boreas is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found floating and swimming abnormally near Fort DeSoto on Nov. 30th. Boreas has no external abnormalities and is in overall good body condition.

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Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Nike

Boreas is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found floating and swimming abnormally near Fort DeSoto on Nov. 30th. Boreas has no external abnormalities and is in overall good body condition.

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Local Cold Stun Turtles

On December 12, Clearwater Marine Aquarium received 12 juvenile Kemp’s ridleys transfers from New England Aquarium. These turtles were part of a recent mass cold-stun event in Cape Cod Massachusetts.

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