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Baby Manatee Rescued in Belize

Posted October 2, 2019

Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s Rescue Team in Belize responded to a call about a baby manatee stranded off a river bank on September 28, 2019. The stranded baby manatee is now being safely monitored at a wildlife rehabilitation center in northern Belize after being rescued.

Rescue Team Helps Dolphins Out of a Canal

Posted September 23, 2019

Clearwater Marine Aquarium assisted FWC in successfully encouraging a group of dolphins out of a canal in St. Pete on Sept. 17, 2019.

Dolphin Dorsal Fin Twins Are Not Uncommon

Posted September 20, 2019

Dolphin dorsal fins become marked mainly through natural interactions free of any intentional nick/notch formation, meaning the markings are formed randomly. Even so, we do find “twins” among animals in the wild community.

Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Charlie

Updated January 31, 2020 Posted September 19, 2019

Charlie is a sub-adult Kemp’s ridley who was found floating offshore near the Cedar Key area in Levy County. Charlie arrived at CMA on August 22, 2019.

Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Ezra

Updated October 1, 2019 Posted September 19, 2019

Ezra is a juvenile green sea turtle who was found offshore near Homosassa, Florida, in Citrus County. Ezra has several fibropapilloma tumors present on his body. When placed in water, Ezra showed signs of a possible neurologic disorder. His treatment plan consists of vitamins, antibiotics, and fluids.

Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Flip

Updated October 18, 2019 Posted September 19, 2019

TRIAGE FLIP’S STORY Flip is a juvenile Kemp’s ridley who was caught by a fisherman in Hudson, FL, in Pasco County. She arrived at […]

Nitro, a 128-Pound Loggerhead Sea Turtle Released Off Clearwater Beach

Posted September 17, 2019

Clearwater Marine Aquarium released Nitro, a sub-adult female loggerhead sea turtle, off Clearwater Beach on September 12, 2019.

Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Scooter

Updated January 31, 2020 Posted September 6, 2019

Scooter is a sub-adult loggerhead who was accidentally caught by a fisherman near Honeymoon Island in Dunedin, Florida. Upon their arrival, our Rescue Team secured the remaining metallic fishing line.

Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Nitro

Updated September 13, 2019 Posted August 26, 2019

Nitro is a sub-adult loggerhead who was found floating by a boater near Hurricane Pass in Pinellas County. Nitro arrived at CMA on August 13, 2019. Upon intake, Nitro appeared lethargic and slightly thin. She had thick algae coverage and several barnacles on her carapace (shell). It appears Nitro might have some gastrointestinal issues. Her initial treatment consists of vitamins, fluids, and antibiotics.

Over 200 Marine Debris Hazards Removed During 2019 Ghost Trap Rodeo

Posted August 21, 2019

With the effort of more than 75 participants spread across the six locations, over 200 derelict traps were collected! The Ghost Trap Rodeo successfully aided in improving natural habitats for many marine animals, and hopes to continue making positive change in the Tampa Bay area in the future.