Released Animals - Clearwater Marine Aquarium

Rescue, rehab and release is the main part of Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s mission. Our goal is to return marine animals back to their homes in the wild. We have released over 400 rescued marine animals since 2016.

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“Walnut” the Green Sea Turtle Released by CMA After Extensive Care and Rehabilitation

Updated September 19th, 2025 | Posted September 12th, 2025

Clearwater Marine Aquarium announces the successful release of a juvenile green sea turtle, Walnut. After receiving extensive care from CMA rehabilitation and veterinary teams, Walnut has had a complete transformation from their intake to release.

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Three Sea Turtles Released by CMA After Rehabilitation

Updated June 20th, 2025 | Posted June 19th, 2025

Clearwater Marine Aquarium is excited to announce the successful release of three juvenile green sea turtles, Niaouli, Bonsai, and Sonny, after receiving care from CMA rehabilitation and veterinary teams. Niaouli and Bonsai were released Tuesday at Fred Howard Park on Florida’s west coast, while Sonny was released today (Thursday) into the Atlantic Ocean on the east coast of Florida.

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Clearwater Marine Aquarium Releases Two Green Sea Turtles on St. Patrick’s Day

Updated March 21st, 2025 | Posted March 17th, 2025

Clearwater Marine Aquarium released two green turtles, Fraser Fir and Oak, on Monday at Honeymoon Island State Park.

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