The new Manatee Rehabilitation Center will allow CMA to accept the influx of manatees in need of critical care.
Animal Habitat Details
- Species in this Area
- Florida Manatees
Manatee Updates
- 6.26.24
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We always put the welfare of animals in our care first and foremost. Therefore, out of an abundance of caution, we are temporarily postponing the arrival of manatees at Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s new Manatee Rehabilitation Center. Stay tuned for more updates on when we anticipate the arrival of manatees in our care.
We will provide further updates on any changes to our scheduled opening events via our website and social media channels.
Manatee Rehabilitation Center Opening Events
Manatee Rehabilitation Center Opening
Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s new Manatee Rehabilitation Center will be opening to guests soon! Check back for more information on the opening day and times.
Come learn about the new rescued animals and our manatee conservation efforts.
Your admission ticket supports our efforts to protect this keystone species.
*Times and activities subject to change. Manatees may not be visible at all times.
Manatee Viewing Information
Manatee viewing will be available for guests through our underwater manatee viewing window in the Manatee Rehabilitation Center. Please note that this is a working animal hospital and manatees may not always be visible to guests while they are receiving manatee care or spending time in other areas of the habitat. The manatees in our care have been rescued for various reasons and will continue their rehabilitation with us until they are ready for release back into the wild.
Your admission ticket supports our efforts to protect this keystone species.
Manatee Rehabilitation Center Progress
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Clearwater Marine Aquarium is preparing to open its new Manatee Rehabilitation Center. We will be ready to receive manatees in need of care soon.
Stay tuned for more updates as we prepare to open this new addition, the first phase of our Rising Tides expansion plan.
Manatee Rehabilitation Center Progress:
Learn more about Rising Tides, CMA”s multi-year expansion plan, and how you can help make this comprehensive campaign a reality through your support.
Ways to Help Manatees
- Report distressed, sick, injured or dead manatees to CMA’s Rescue Hotline at 727-441-1790 ext. 1 in Tampa Bay or FWC 1-888-404-FWCC (3922) across Florida.
- Help reduce algae growth by limiting fertilizer use and following local regulations.
- Practice safe boating for manatees and seagrasses by slowing down in manatee zones and avoiding seagrass beds.
- Wear polarized sunglasses while boating and designate a spotter to watch out for marine life.
- Support organizations working to rescue and protect manatees in the wild. Clearwater Marine Aquarium is a proud member of the Manatee Rescue & Rehabilitation Partnership (MRP), comprised of partner organizations dedicated to the conservation of manatees.
All activities authorized by USFWS and conducted under USFWS Permit #MA66524C and USFWS Research Permit # MA37808A-2.