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October 1, 2025
Spooky Season Splashes into The Florida Aquarium
Spooky season is splashing into The Florida Aquarium with costumes, candy, and creepy critters. From the return of guest-favorite Guppyween to a brand-new Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration, families can enjoy a full lineup of not-so-scary…
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September 24, 2025
The Florida Aquarium Releases Rehabilitated Sea Turtles Back to the Atlantic Ocean
Apollo Beach, FL (September 24, 2025) – After more than seven months of intensive care at The Florida Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center in Apollo Beach, three juvenile green sea turtles made their way home to the waters of the…
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September 17, 2025
Not Just a Party: The Florida Aquarium and SSA Group’s AZA Icebreaker Showcases Sustainability in Action
TAMPA, FL (September 16, 2025) — Nearly 3,000 zoo and aquarium professionals from around the world are in Tampa this week for the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Annual Conference—returning to the city for the first time since 2006….
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September 15, 2025
The Florida Aquarium and IUCN SSC Launch World’s First Center for Species Survival on Coral Conservation
TAMPA, FL (Sep. 15, 2025) The Florida Aquarium, in partnership with the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Species Survival Commission (IUCN SSC) and its Coral Specialist Group (CSG), has established the world’s first global hub for the Center for…
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September 15, 2025
Tampa Makes a Splash for the AZA Annual Conference
TAMPA, FL (September 14, 2025) — Downtown Tampa is taking on a new look this week as the city welcomes nearly 3,000 zoo and aquarium professionals for the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ (AZA) Annual Conference—the largest AZA gathering in…
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September 3, 2025
Spawning Hope: The Florida Aquarium Helps Rebuild the Reef with Thousands of New Coral Babies
A coral baby boom is underway at The Florida Aquarium’s Coral Conservation and Research Center in Apollo Beach, where biologists are spawning thousands of new symmetrical brain coral and boulder brain coral—critical to the future of Florida’s Coral Reef. CLICK…
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August 28, 2025
85-Year-Old Volunteer Celebrates Her Last Dive at The Florida Aquarium After 30 Years of Service
Most people celebrate their 85th birthday with cake and candles. Lillian Kenney decided to mark hers underwater. On her milestone birthday, Kenney completed her 1,980th and last dive at The Florida Aquarium, closing out three decades of being a dedicated…
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August 12, 2025
As Kids Get Back-to-School Checkups, Their Stuffed Animals Can Too
As kids across Tampa Bay get their back-to-school check-ups, The Florida Aquarium is offering a playful twist on wellness – with a check-up for their favorite stuffed animals. On August 23 and 24 from 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., families are…
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August 4, 2025
The Votes Are In: Meet Xochi, The Florida Aquarium’s New Axolotl Ambassador
After thousands of community votes, The Florida Aquarium is proud to announce the winning name of its newest costumed character: Xochi (pronounced so-chee)! The pink axolotl, inspired by the endangered species, now has a name that celebrates her cultural roots…
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August 1, 2025
A New Wave of Wonder: The Florida Aquarium Unveils The Tide Pool
From the icy waters of the Pacific Northwest to the heart of Tampa Bay, a new adventure awaits. Today, The Florida Aquarium celebrated the grand opening of The Tide Pool — one of the only cold-water touch habitats on Florida’s…
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