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Clearwater Marine Aquarium and its collection

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The Clearwater Marine Aquarium, located in Clearwater, Florida, is a non-profit organization that focuses on the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of sick and injured marine animals. The aquarium also places a strong emphasis on public education, conservation, and research. Visitors to the aquarium can learn about the various marine life and the efforts being made to protect and preserve them.

Winter the Dolphin

One of the most famous residents of the Clearwater Marine Aquarium was Winter, a bottlenose dolphin who was rescued in December 2005. Winter's tail was caught in a crab trap, leading to its loss, and she was fitted with a prosthetic tail by the aquarium. Her story gained worldwide attention and was the inspiration for the 2011 film Dolphin Tale and its sequel Dolphin Tale 2, both of which were partially filmed at the aquarium.

Marine Life at the Aquarium

The Clearwater Marine Aquarium is home to a variety of marine life. Visitors can see North American river otters, Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, Rough-toothed dolphins, green sea turtles, Kemp's ridley sea turtles, cownose rays, southern stingrays, nurse sharks, great white pelicans, and a variety of fish. Each of these species has been rescued and is unable to return to the wild due to injuries or other impairments.

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#19 Nature & Natural History in Florida #12 Animal museums in Florida #3 Aquariums in Florida #146 Nature & Natural History in United States #96 Animal museums in United States #36 Aquariums in United States
Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Windward Passage 249
FL 33767 Clearwater
Florida

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Opening hours

Monday
10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday
10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 17:00
Thursday
10:00 – 17:00
Friday
10:00 – 17:00
Saturday
10:00 – 17:00
Sunday
10:00 – 17:00
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Admission

0 – 2Free
3 – 12US$32.95
13 – 64US$41.95
65+US$39.95
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Facilities

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Location & Map

Windward Passage 249, Clearwater

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Exhibitions

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Clearwater Marine Aquarium Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Clearwater Marine Aquarium is a marine life rescue center and aquarium located in Clearwater, Florida. It's known for its focus on marine animal rescue, rehabilitation, and release. Visitors appreciate the opportunity to see rescued animals, including dolphins, sea turtles, and otters. The aquarium gained fame as the home of Winter, the dolphin with a prosthetic tail featured in the "Dolphin Tale" movies.

    Many reviewers praise the educational value of the aquarium, with staff members and volunteers providing informative talks about marine conservation and animal care. The behind-the-scenes tours are often highlighted as a worthwhile experience, offering insights into the rescue and rehabilitation process.

    However, some visitors find the aquarium smaller than expected and feel the admission price is high for the size of the facility. A few reviewers mention that the exhibits can feel limited compared to larger aquariums, and that some areas may need updating.

    Despite these criticisms, the majority of visitors appreciate the aquarium's mission and enjoy seeing the animals up close. The touch tanks and interactive experiences are popular, especially with children. The aquarium's location on the water is also noted as a pleasant feature, with some outdoor areas offering nice views.

    Overall, the Clearwater Marine Aquarium is generally well-regarded for its conservation efforts and educational programs, though expectations should be set for a smaller, more focused facility rather than a large-scale aquarium.

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