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A world-class marine-mammal park offering daily shows, exhibits and dolphin interactions.

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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
9 months
You will always be in our hearts. Thank you for inspiring us every day 💙
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
9 months
Over the last two days, Toki started exhibiting serious signs of discomfort, which her full Miami Seaquarium and Friends of Toki medical team began treating immediately and aggressively. Despite receiving the best possible medical care, she passed away Friday afternoon...
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
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Miami Seaquarium will be closed tomorrow, August 19, to allow our team to reflect on Lolita’s life and legacy. It is truly a sad time for us. Thank you for the kind words and support. We will open again on Sunday.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
5 years
Thank you to those inquiring about our animals during this year’s Ultra Music Festival. With the speakers on the Ultra main stage pointed away from MSQ, the sound levels at the park were minimal. Our animals are doing well and are ready for the start of a new week!
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
8 months
After 35 years under the care of Miami Seaquarium, Li’i, our last Pacific white sided dolphin, who spent the last years with our beloved Lolita, was successfully moved to SeaWorld in San Antonio, Texas, to a habitat with other dolphins of his same species. After the departure of…
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
8 years
Algae grows in wet areas with sunlight, like a manatee's skin. The algae also protects manatees from the sun.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
5 years
Name a better celebrity duo – we'll wait. (Don't worry @3gerardpique , Bud is just a friend!) #Miami
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
2 years
Great news! Toki’s appetite has increased, she is more active and is playing with her trainers. These are hopeful signs! Her care team has been with her around the clock. Thank you for the prayers and well wishes! - @eduardoalbor
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
9 months
from what is believed to be a renal condition. Toki was an inspiration to all who had the fortune to hear her story and especially to the Lummi nation that considered her family. Those who have had the privilege to spend time with her will forever remember her beautiful spirit.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
7 years
#HurricaneIrma Update: Our animals and our team are safe. Thank you for your support as we continue to assess the park and provide updates.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
2 years
Today’s Toki Update: Our girl had another great day! She is gradually eating more everyday and continues to show more energy. We are not out of the woods yet, so keep those positive thoughts coming! 🙏
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
6 years
Putting our own spin on the #WhatTheFluff challenge: here are our dolphins with the #WhatTheFin challenge!
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
8 months
At Miami Seaquarium we will never forget August 18th. One month after the departure of our beloved Lolita, we come to report what has happened during this time and where she is. A necropsy was conducted by some of the most respected vets and pathologists in America. Final results…
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
8 months
Since the moment Lolita passed, Miami Seaquarium has been diligently working on Li'i's relocation to another Accredited facility. We are working with our partners in the professional zoo community @shedd_aquarium @SeaWorld @NOAAFisheries to assess their readiness and to prepare…
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
9 months
Since our press conference on February this year, when we announced Lolita will return to the ocean, great milestones have been achieved. We will have regular reports of Lolita, including her activities, food, health and the work from her Care Takers. Thanks for sharing the dream
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
2 years
It is World Whale Day! #DidYouknow at over 55 years of age, our beautiful whale, #Toki , is one of the longest living orcas under human care? We certainly couldn't imagine our family without her! ♥️ #WorldWhaleDay
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
1 year
We are proud to be part of history. Today, we will be announcing huge news about our beloved orca, Lolita. Eduardo Albor, CEO of The Dolphin Company, Pritam Singh from Friends of Lolita and philanthropyst Jim Irsay will be allies in creating a better future for Lolita.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
1 year
Update on our beloved orca Lolita: Her health has continued to remain stable under the care of Miami Seaquarium, encouraging experts to continue efforts to give her a new home. @JimIrsay @eduardoalbor @TheDolphinCo_
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
7 years
#ManateeAwarenessMonth is here! While boating, obey speed zone signs as manatees could be anywhere! #FloridaManatees
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
5 years
Here’s a #throwback to our release of twin manatees, Millennium and Falcon back in November! Both manatees were rescued as orphans, and then cared for at our park until they were ready to be released back into the wild! #WhatWeDoMSQ #miami
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
6 years
Back in July, our team rescued a baby manatee from Surfside Indian Creek. Since then, he has been named Banatee and has been provided the resources needed to grow and become stronger. #WhatWeDoMSQ
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
6 years
Today, manatee’s Millenium and Falcon arrived at our park! Rescued in 2016 after their mother suffered a boating accident, they spent nearly two years rehabilitating at @ColumbusZoo . We welcome them to ur family as we prepare their release in the Florida Keys.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
8 years
Today we released rescued manatee, Abigail, back into her natural water after successfully undergoing rehabilitation
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
7 years
This week we’re saying “adios” to our #Manatee friends Lumi & Rebel as they return to Florida waters. #Rehabilitation #MiamiSeaquarium
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
6 years
Happy #StPatricksDay ! ☘ Our #GreenSeaTurtles are quite lucky, as they are named after the green color of their cartilage and fat. #AnimalFacts
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
8 years
With a single breath, manatees can replace 90% of the air in their lungs while humans can replace just 10%.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
8 months
Under a bright sky in Bellingham, Washington, a plane chartered by Miami Seaquarium landed to bring Lolita back home. Accompanied by the CEO of The Dolphin Company, Eduardo Albor, the Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr. Guillermo Sanchez, and representatives of Lummi Nation, Lolita was…
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
2 years
☀️ Manatee Alert ☀️ Today was another special day for our Seaquarium family! We are pleased to announce the release of one of our manatees, Bongo! This curious manatee has made a full recovery and was ready to return back to Florida waters!
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
1 year
Conference has begun, tune into our Instagram & Facebook stories as we update you live.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
4 months
We're proud to confirm compliance with federal Animal Welfare Act regulations. No animals have been confiscated by the USDA, contrary to recent reports. We're addressing misinformation and staying open under our Lease Agreement with Miami Dade County. MSQ remains operational.…
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
7 years
It's time to prepare, get ready and stay safe! We are closed until further notice. #MiamiSeaquarium #HurricaneIrma
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
9 years
Flipper accurately predicted that @GeorgiaTechFB would take home the Orange Bowl trophy! Flipper is now 5-0! http://t.co/Lpqr8CLinn
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
2 months
Yesterday, Mayor Danielle Levine Cava announced that the landlord of Miami Seaquarium, Miami-Dade County, had sent a Notice of Termination of Lease and Additional Notice of Defaults to the tenant, MS Leisure, due to certain defaults related to animal maintenance and premises…
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
2 months
A letter was sent by Miami Seaquarium staff a week ago to Mayor Danielle Levine Cava, inviting her to come to the park for the first time in 2 years, to reassure about the animals' wellbeing, which she expressed main concerns about, based on information from the USDA. One week…
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
7 years
Cue the awws! 🐧 African penguin chicks can hold themselves upright beginning at 6 days old. (📷: hermanusonline)
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
7 years
Today we moved our 10 African penguins from their secure hurricane safe-house back into their home at Penguin Isle!
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
8 years
We released manatee Jellybean into natural waters today after completing rehabilitation at #MiamiSeaquarium .
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
8 years
A manatee’s mouth is split down the middle,each side is used independently to grasp their food #ManateeAwarnessMonth
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
7 years
Waddle we ever do without all these cute animal pictures?🐧 #cuteanimaltweetoff
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
8 years
#ManateeAwarenessMonth continues with this rescued calf, who is bottle-fed to receive all the nutrients needed to grow and become healthy.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
3 years
#FunFactFriday : Manatees are marine mammals! That means they breathe air, give live birth, are warm blooded, have hair, and mothers produce milk to feed to their young.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
3 years
☀️ Manatee Alert ☀️ And the releases KEEP ON COMING! We are pleased to announce the release of two manatees. The releases included "Monkey," and "Macaw." They each made a full recovery and were ready to return back to Florida waters! #Manatees #Conservation
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
6 years
Hands up to celebrate after we rescue, rehabilitate and release a no-longer distressed sea turtle! We are always proud of the advancements our team has made to continue our park’s #conservation efforts.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
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📢 Attention Community! We would like to share our latest press release with you. Your continual support drives our mission forward, and we're grateful to have you by our side.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
12 years
Louis Tomlinson from #OneDirection visits the park! We're glad he stopped by to hang out with our flippery friends. http://t.co/LydUqug6
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
6 years
Have you been keeping up with our Manatee Awareness Month activities? Visit our website and check our November events calendar for the full itinerary! #WhatWeDoMSQ #miami #conservation
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
6 years
Our park’s manatee rescue and rehabilitation program has been in place since 1955! With more than 60 years of commitment to wildlife conservation, our park has been recognized as having one of the leading marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation teams in the country. #WhatWeDoMSQ
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
4 years
While we are temporarily closed, we still continue to provide our animals with the highest level of care! As promised from yesterday, we're thrilled to share the full story of our successful recovery and release of Kangaroo and her calf Joey.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
8 years
It’s #BirdDay ! #MayTheFourth be with all our feathered friends at Tropical Wings and all over the world today.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
6 years
Manatees can live for 60+ years, but tend to have a high mortality due to watercraft collisions. Find out more on how you can help save #FloridaManatees here 
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
1 year
Happy National FLORIDA Day! On this day, the sunshine state was recognized as the 27th state to join the United States. Join us to celebrate the place we call home! 🌞🌴 #Florida #Miami #SouthFL #Vacation #Sunshine #USA
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
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We are deeply saddened by the passing of Sundance today after precursors of illness yesterday. Our hearts are with the trainers and medical staff who unconditionally cared for him for more than 30 years.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
9 years
Manatees use high tides to reach shoreline vegetation that is not easy to get to. #ManateeAwarnessMonth
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
1 year
#DidYouKnow Dolphins sleep with half of their brain turned off! Dolphins alternate which half of the brain is sleeping so that they can get the rest they need without ever losing consciousness. #Dolphin #FunFact #Biology #MarineMammal #MarineBiology #AnimalFact 🐬
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
9 years
Here’s a #tbt of @Louis_Tomlinson swimming with our dolphins to cheer up all the @onedirection fans. #OneDirection http://t.co/6C7gRCQQmd
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
1 year
Hammerhead the Manatee was rescued in 2021, he was orphaned, had signs of cold stress and had a shark bite out of his paddle. Now he is about 700 lbs, about 2.5 years old, and ready to be released! 🌎💙☀️
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
4 years
Meet our Manatee Scampi! Did you know… Manatees have 2,000 thick, whisker-like hairs called vibrissae on their faces, and 3,000 on their bodies. These innervated follicles help manatees’ sense and explore the world around them. #Manatees #Whiskers #MiamiSeaquarium
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
6 years
If you feed Manatees, you could be hurting them by disrupting their natural feeding pattern. #ManateeMonday
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
4 years
In honor of National Best Friends Day, we invite you to witness the true friendship between Powder and Panama, which has blossomed right here at our Park! Tag your best friend below! #NationalBestFriendDay #Besties #FriendsForever
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
8 years
We’re flipping with joy for #NationalDolphinDay ! 🐬 There are 40 species of dolphins and we love them all!
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
1 year
#DidYouKnow Dolphins move each eyeball independently. Learn more #funfacts all month long during #DolphinAwarenessMonth 🐬
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
2 years
It’s #NationalSunglassesDay ! With the sun being at its strongest we highly recommend using sunglasses to protect your eyes while you're out and about in our park! 🕶️ . #MiamiSeaqurium #Aquarium #SouthFlorida #TravelMiami #FamilyFun #Fun #Sun #Sunglasses #ProtectiveEyewear
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
8 years
Did you know we have been rescuing & rehabilitating manatees since 1955 before the park opened? #ManateeAwarnessMonth
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
10 months
#DidYouKnow Harbor Seals often gather in groups called haul-outs, where they come ashore to rest, molt, and socialize. These haul-outs can range in size from just a few individuals to several hundred seals. #Seals #AnimalFacts #FunFacts #Friends #HaulOuts
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
1 year
Flipper and his friends want to wish everyone a MERRY FISHMAS! 🐬❄️ Don’t miss Flipper’s Polar Party showing all season long at Flipper Lagoon 🌊 #Dolphin #flipper #fishmas #holiday #polarparty
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
9 months
Tune in to Miami Seaquarium’s social media platforms for official information. Also visit our blog for more detailed information.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
9 years
We released 3 Loggerhead Sea Turtles into the wild after being rehabbed from pollution injuries. #OurWorldOceans http://t.co/nKG2RY7yXZ
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
10 years
¡Feliz cinco de mayo! http://t.co/6WT5PfTY6x
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
4 years
Sharks are truly impressive creatures! Shark awareness day is just another reminder of how essential they are to our ecosystem and how important it is that we respect them and the role they play!
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
8 years
Did you know that manatees have six vertebrae in their neck? Visit to learn more.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
2 years
#DidYouKnow penguins are flightless birds! While other birds have wings for flying, penguins have adapted flippers to help them swim in the water. 🐧 #MiamiSeaqurium #Penguins #Flightless #Flippers #Wings
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
7 years
We apologize for this post. We have been in the park assessing the effects of Hurricane Irma and overlooked this previously scheduled post.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
3 years
Veterinarians and animal care staff work around the clock to provide care in order to release animals back to the wild. Here you will see the team taking x-rays of one of our patients, Falcon. The x-ray ensures her ribs have healed and is her last step to be cleared for release!
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
1 month
We would like to share another letter sent to Miami Dade County COO, Jimmy Morales, today.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
7 years
There are more species of fish in a two acre area of coral reef than there are species of birds in North America! #CoralReefAwarenessWeek
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
10 months
Thank you to Doug Hanks from Miami Herald for investing the time and research to learn more about improvements to Lolita's care and facilities, and what steps are taking place to make a better life for her.
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
11 months
Enjoy Flipper and his aerial display of aquatic agility. 🐬 Scientist believe that dolphins jump to communicate with each other, while others believe that it is a way for them to escape predators or locate prey. There is also evidence that dolphins jump, as a form of play. 🪸
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
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Last Friday, MSQ rescue and rehabilitation team members, along with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and the Dolphin Research Center, took part in the disentanglement of a manatee in Key Largo. Teamwork makes the dream work!
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
3 years
☀️ Manatee Alert ☀️ On this beautiful Wednesday our Sequarium family, has done it again! We are pleased to announce the release of “Falcon.” This is Falcons second time with us, she has made a full recovery and is ready to return Florida waters!
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
2 months
On March 11, the Miami Herald published an article riddled with inaccuracies. Therefore, we have written and sent this letter to the media as a right of reply. It is crucial for us to share our response with the community. @Ogilbert @MarleineBastien @MickySteinberg
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
8 years
We cared for 12 Kemp’s ridley Sea Turtles and will be featured this morning on @SeaRescueTV #SeaRescueTV
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
2 years
They’re smooth, they’re vibrant, and they’re closely related to sharks? Yes, stingrays, although varying in sizes, are actually part of the shark fam. #FunFacts #WhatWeDo #MSQCARES #SouthFlorida #Family #FamilyFun #Fun #MarineLife #Education #AnimalFacts #Stingray #SharkFamily
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
4 years
IT'S A GIRL! 🐬 We are so excited to introduce the newest member of our dolphin family, this female calf arrival started in the 305 at 3:05 pm on October 17th. Help us name this beauty!
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
2 years
Catching up with a few of our Seals who have been hard at…relaxing! Did you know? Seals have a layer of fat under their skin called blubber, which keeps them warm in cold water. Their slick fur coat is streamlined for gliding through water. #MiamiSeaqurium #Seal #Blubber #FurCo
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
1 year
Happy Manatee Appreciation Day! Today is dedicated to learning about, appreciating, and helping these gentle giants. Learn more about Manatees with our ambassadors Juliet and Clarity at our celebrity exhibit! 💙
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
7 years
#ManateeMonday is here – did you know manatees are in search for warm-water during this month? Help keep our coasts clean & #DontLitter !
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
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It’s time to prepare, get ready and stay safe! We are closed starting September 7. #MiamiSeaquarium #HurricaneIrma
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
7 years
Fin five for #Friday ! 🐬
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
8 years
Today in History: #Flipper TV series premiered on @NBC 52 years ago and was filmed right here at #MiamiSeaquarium !
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
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Fishing you a Fin-tastic Valentine's Day!🐠💙
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Miami Seaquarium
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Our Dolphin Odyssey experience is a MUST outdoor activity this fall!Guests share kisses, handshakes,&enjoy a dorsal fin ride! #FLTravelChat 🐬
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@MiamiSeaquarium
Miami Seaquarium
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We are honored to share photos from Luna and a few members of her care team. Luna, a 20-year-old Bottlenose Dolphin with scoliosis, recently passed away after a life inspiring those around her. Read some messages from her care team in
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