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Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Tolland

Tolland is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found stranded in a ditch near the Steinhatchee River in Dixie county on Dec. 29. This area experienced extreme flooding during Hurricane Helene, and now that the waters have receded, many marine animals are now trapped in this area. Tolland is otherwise in good body condition. We are hopeful for a quick turnaround!

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Cold-Stunned Kemp’s Ridley Transfer From New England

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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Clearwater Marine Aquarium Analyzes 30 Years of Sea Turtle Nesting Data

Researchers at Clearwater Marine Aquarium have published a scientific article titled Nesting Trends of Sea Turtles in North and Mid Pinellas County, Florida, USA, Over Three Decades,* analyzing data from 1990 through 2022 to identify trends in loggerhead sea turtle nesting numbers, nesting , and hatching success on Pinellas County beaches.

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Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Queens

Queens is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found stranded in a ditch near the Steinhatchee River in Dixie county on Dec. 4. This area experienced extreme flooding during Hurricane Helene, and now that the waters have receded, many marine animals are now trapped in this area. Queens is in good body condition and has a minor case of fibropapilloma. We are hopeful for a quick turnaround!

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Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Philly

Philly is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found stranded in a ditch near the Steinhatchee River in Dixie county on Nov. 30. This area experienced extreme flooding during Hurricane Helene, and now that the waters have receded, many marine animals are now trapped in this area. Philly is in good body condition and has a minor case of fibropapilloma. We are hopeful for a quick turnaround!

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Clearwater Marine Aquarium Hosts Breakfast with Santa Dec. 21

Bring the whole family to celebrate the holiday season at Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s Breakfast with Santa, Sunday Dec. 21 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Enjoy a memorable morning filled with holiday spirit, delicious food, festive crafts and a chance to meet Santa himself. Whether you’re crafting ornaments, sipping hot cocoa, or taking photos with Santa, there’s holiday cheer for everyone.

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