In the State of Florida’s Fiscal Year budget for 2025-2026, the Division of Arts and Culture’s awarded grants – totaling just over $18 million - might seem a bit on the conservative side when compared to years past. Considering Governor Ron DeSantis’ veto of any and all arts grants for 2024-25, however, this year's allocations [...]| St Pete Catalyst
Quince is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found washed ashore on Belleair Beach on March 11th. Quince was very lethargic and thin at intake examination with a small load of fibropapilloma tumors present. The post Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Quince appeared first on Clearwater Marine Aquarium.| Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Walnut is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found floating near Madeira Beach on April 18th. Walnut has a very thin body condition at intake examination and a minor load of fibropapilloma tumors present. Their initial treatment plan consists of antibiotics and fluid therapy. The post Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Walnut appeared first on Clearwater Marine Aquarium.| Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Niaouli is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found washed ashore on Redington Beach on March 2nd. Niaouli was very lethargic upon intake with ulceration to their skin and a moderate amount of epibiota present on their carapace. Niaouli was started on fluid therapy, antibiotics, and steroids. The post Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Niaouli appeared first on Clearwater Marine Aquarium.| Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Bonsai is a large juvenile, almost subadult green sea turtle, who was found out of habitat in a brackish water source in Homosassa. Bonsai was monitored by our partners at University of Florida Marine Animal Response. This area was difficult to navigate and see due to water clarity and location. However, once an opportunity arose, Bonsai was rescued by UF, and they were transported to CMA for rehabilitation on May 7th. Bonsai is otherwise in good body condition. We are hopeful for a quick tur...| Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Cedar is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found in a pond near the Steinhatchee River in Taylor county on May 21st. Cedar has a minor case of fibropapilloma and is in relatively a good body condition! The post Sea Turtle Hospital Patient – Cedar appeared first on Clearwater Marine Aquarium.| Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Madre is a subadult, green sea turtle who was found floating near New Port Richey on May 11th. They were reported to have issues staying submerged. Madre has an previous injury to their carapace likely from a boat strike. Over the next several days, we will be performing diagnositcs to help figure out the cause of their buoyancy.| Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Tolland is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found stranded in a ditch near the Steinhatchee River in Dixie county on Dec. 29. This area experienced extreme flooding during Hurricane Helene, and now that the waters have receded, many marine animals are now trapped in this area. Tolland is otherwise in good body condition. We are hopeful for a quick turnaround!| Clearwater Marine Aquarium
Queens is a juvenile, green sea turtle who was found stranded in a ditch near the Steinhatchee River in Dixie county on Dec. 4. This area experienced extreme flooding during Hurricane Helene, and now that the waters have receded, many marine animals are now trapped in this area. Queens is in good body condition and has a minor case of fibropapilloma. We are hopeful for a quick turnaround!| Clearwater Marine Aquarium
In Dunedin, we love bicycling the Pinellas Trail, but this charming Tampa Bay area town has more to offer, with eight breweries plus great restaurants and coffee shops in its walkable historic downtown. Twenty minutes away are two excellent state parks with award-winning beaches.| Florida Rambler
