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Welcome to the official Clearwater Marine Aquarium page! We are a non-profit working marine animal hospital.

We believe in preserving our environment while inspiring the human spirit through leadership in the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of marine life; environmental education; research; and conservation. We are also home to animals like Hope in the Dolphin Tale films!

08/29/2026

Tag a friend you'd bring to Boomer and Opie's pool party at CMA!

These two North American river otters spend much of their time swimming in their habitat or splashing and playing together in their enrichment pools.

08/28/2026

Guess who? This dolphin is rough-toothed and has the same name as a famous red-nosed reindeer!

08/27/2026

Gopher tortoises, native to Florida, are critically endangered. Earlier this June, Clearwater Marine Aquarium's rescue team got the call about an injured gopher tortoise, who appeared to have puncture wounds to its carapace. Our rehab team was able to treat these wounds, and after a couple of months in rehab, this gopher tortoise was successfully released this week! Now this tortoise can have a second chance at a longer life, burrowing in the natural environment and hopefully contributing to the growth of the species in the future. This unique, full-circle moment inspires us to continue our mission of rescue, rehab, and release for any animal that needs it.

08/26/2026

It's Wednesday, or as they say, hump day!

Did you know, Ula is a resident green sea turtle who can be quickly identified by the unique hump on her shell? A traumatic injury to the carapace, or shell, is believed to have created this hump, trapping air inside and causing a buoyancy disorder. Trapped air can make it difficult or impossible for sea turtles to dive deep underwater, which is why Ula was deemed non-releasable and now receives daily care at CMA!

08/25/2026

Don't miss the Echoes of the Ocean Marine Life Speaker Series talk with Dr. Peter Cook at Clearwater Marine Aquarium this Thursday evening! Whether you’re fascinated by animal behavior, marine conservation, or simply love seals and sea lions, this evening offers a unique opportunity to hear from a leading expert and gain a deeper appreciation for some of the ocean’s most charismatic and intelligent marine mammals.

The evening will begin with a special presentation from members of CMA's Animal Care Team, highlighting the Aquarium’s new Pinniped Pier exhibit and sharing insights into its design, purpose, and the seals and sea lions that call it home.

Student admission tickets are only $10, and every ticket purchase helps support our animal care and marine life conservation efforts. Get tickets and learn more at: https://www.cmaquarium.org/echoes-of-the-ocean/

08/24/2026

Have you seen the seals yet? Ocean, Pharaoh, and Scallop are doing well since their move to Pinniped Pier. Tune in as Alyssa, a Senior Animal Care Specialist, shares some updates on how they're settling in, and be sure to come out and say hello!

08/23/2026

Name this fish!

A) Ocellaris Dalmatian Fish
B) Ocellaris Panda Fish
C) Ocellaris Clownfish
D) Ocellaris Cowfish

Whatever you think they should be called, you can find these cute, black & white spotted fish in the art aquarium exhibits on the 4th floor at CMA!

08/21/2026

End summer with a splash at Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s End of Summer Sips with Sea Lions special after-hours event this Saturday night! Join us from 6pm-9pm on August 22, meet the new sea lions and their animal care team at Pinniped Pier, enjoy sunset views, live music, karaoke, a dolphin presentation, and receive a complimentary drink with adult admission. Every purchase supports our marine life rescue and conservation efforts. Get your tickets now at cmaquarium.org!

08/20/2026

Your (frog) prince awaits...
DYK? African clawed frogs can live up to 15 years! They are almost totally aquatic and only leave the water when they are forced to migrate to another pond.

08/19/2026

Who loves hose enrichment and is turning 21 today? Why, Kitana of course! Join us in wishing this lovely rough-toothed dolphin a happy birthday!

Address

249 Windward Psge
Clearwater, FL
33767

Telephone

+17274411790

Website

http://cmaquarium.org/

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