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Clearwater Marine Aquarium Announces Exciting 2025 Marine Science Summer Camp Program

Updated February 12, 2025 Posted January 27, 2025

Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) is excited to unveil its highly anticipated Marine Science Summer Camp for 2025, offering an incredible blend of hands-on learning and coastal adventure for young explorers of all ages.

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Experience the Magic of Aqua Lanterns at Clearwater Marine Aquarium Before It Ends Feb. 2

Updated January 27, 2025 Posted January 22, 2025

The dazzling Aqua Lanterns: A Chinese Festival of Lights at Clearwater Marine Aquarium, which began in October, is nearing its final days of its season. This unforgettable after-hours experience will be available Wednesday through Friday, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., until Feb. 2.

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Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Vegas

Updated February 21, 2025 Posted January 14, 2025

Vegas is a large juvenile, green sea turtle, who was found stranded in a creek near the Steinhatchee River in Dixie county on Jan. 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. Vegas 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 to Present Sip & Sea Bridal Show and Open House

Updated January 27, 2025 Posted January 8, 2025

Clearwater Marine Aquarium will present its Sip & Sea Bridal Show and Open House, a free event, on Jan. 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to explore the Aquarium, gorgeous ballroom overlooking Clearwater Bay and the magical surroundings of marine animals.

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Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Utica

Updated February 4, 2025 Posted January 8, 2025

Utica 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. Utica 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 – Tolland

Updated April 25, 2025 Posted January 8, 2025

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

Updated April 25, 2025 Posted December 30, 2024

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

Updated December 23, 2024 Posted December 20, 2024

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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Clearwater Marine Aquarium to Present Dueling Pianos Dec. 20

Updated December 18, 2024 Posted December 17, 2024

Experience a musical evening to remember with a Dueling Pianos performance at Clearwater Marine Aquarium on Friday, Dec. 20 from 6 to 9 p.m.

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Clearwater Marine Aquarium Shows Global Influence with Belize Marine Rescue and Educational Center Groundbreaking

Updated December 18, 2024 Posted December 17, 2024

Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) and Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute in partnership with the Belize Ministry of Tourism & Diaspora Relations broke ground on CMA’s second manatee rehabilitation center this year – this one a new Belize Marine Rescue & Educational Center, on Dec. 11.

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We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.

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249 Windward Passage
Clearwater, FL 33767
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