Clearwater Marine Aquarium

This season of thanks, we want to take a moment to share our heartfelt appreciation for each and every one of you! Still looking to give? Support CMA here: https://lnkd.in/eXy895rT

Bring joy and light to your family this holiday season at Aqua Lanterns! It's the perfect evening activity for all to enjoy. Get tickets: https://lnkd.in/ebT5Jf6V

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute recently participated in a manatee rescue in North Carolina near the Tar River. The distressed female manatee, weighing 855 pounds and measuring almost 9 feet, was first sighted in late October and had been observed in distress, including listing in shallow waters. With ambient water temperatures in the low 60's, the manatee’s condition required immediate intervention. The manatee was rescued in partnership with Seaworld, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), North Carolina Aquariums, North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, North Carolina State University, University of North Carolina – Wilmington (UNCW), local law enforcement, and other North Carolina partners. Once rescued, the manatee was transported to Seaworld Orlando for rehabilitation with veterinary support during the transport from NC State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and Center for Marine Sciences and Technology. Activities authorized by USFWS and under permit #MA80925C. Photo credit: CMARI, North Carolina Aquariums, North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.

Whale-y big news! ?? The first North Atlantic right whale of the season was spotted by CMARI’s aerial survey team! Catalog #3540 ‘Black Heart’, a 20 year old female, was sighted approximately 2.3nm east of High Hills, part of Cape Lookout National Seashore, NC on November 20. Photo Credit: Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute, taken under NOAA permit #26919. Funded by United States Army Corps of Engineers.

Today's spotlight for Tampa Bay TITAN 100 is Anthony Rivera, Chief Operating Officer at Clearwater Marine Aquarium. Anthony says, “By truly understanding perspectives, concerns, and ideas, I am able to create a collaborative and supportive work environment where everyone feels valued and motivated.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/gA-uRQH3 #Titan100 #TitanCEO #Tampa #TampaBay #TPA #leadership #business #success #team #titan #leader #leaders #community #Board #boardmember

Let’s shell-ebrate! ?? CMA’s sea turtle patients have returned to our facility following damages caused by Hurricane Helene. Thanks to emergency funding awarded from the Sea Turtle Grants Program, we were able to successfully repair the filtration to the turtle rehab pools. Our systems are now functioning and we have resumed operations for the sea turtle rehabilitation program. Three of the turtles – Topaz, Guayana and Franklin - were transferred back to CMA from The Coastal Stewards. Staff from Coastal Stewards met with CMA staff half way between the facilities to transfer the turtles. The turtles stayed in dry docks overnight until a full exam was conducted by our veterinarians before they were placed in their pools, where they will continue their road to recovery.

Aerial observations have begun for the 2024-2025 North Atlantic right whale calving season! In honor of calving season, get tickets now for Echoes of the Ocean: A Marine Life Speaker Series! This installment of our series is all about the plight of the North Atlantic right whale. Don’t miss this chance to deepen your understanding of right whales and how you can contribute to their protection. Get tickets: https://brnw.ch/21wON7y Image taken by Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute, taken under NOAA permit 26919. Funding source: GADNR and NOAA Fisheries.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium is excited to announce the opening of Florida: Wild and Exotic in the Atlantis Theater. This exhibit showcases a variety of fascinating Florida native and exotic species, including amphibians, arthropods, reptiles and small mammals. Guests will have the opportunity to get up close to these fascinating species while learning insights on responsible pet ownership and the harrowing effects of the illegal pet trade. This exhibition is included in your admission ticket to CMA and open during Aqua Lanterns! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eFSHK9xF

Clearwater Marine Aquarium has been working diligently to restore our facility in the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Thanks to our dedicated staff, skilled contractors, and generous donations from supporters both near and far, we’re making significant progress in our recovery efforts! While we still have a long way to go, we take pride in what we’ve been able to accomplish since the storms.

Enjoy a live performance by the Ruth Eckerd Hall Chorus during Aqua Lanterns on November 16! The Ruth Eckerd Hall Chorus is a talented group of singers who celebrate the joy of music by singing together. Annual repertoire includes selections from the middle ages (John Taverner, Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, William Byrd) to modern day (John Rutter, Eric Whitacre, Morten Lauridsen) along with Disney classics and favorites from the stage! Ruth Eckerd Hall Chorus welcomes those of high school age and above and looks forward to welcoming new faces and voices each season! From rehearsals to the main stage at Ruth Eckerd Hall, the Ruth Eckerd Hall chorus perform all around the Tampa Bay area and beyond!?Get tickets: https://lnkd.in/eSPDTu3z