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Welcome to the neighborhood! Animal Connections Village is a charming habitat located on Level 2 of the original aquarium. Complete with tiny fences and mailboxes, this community is home to several of our rescued mammal residents, including opossums, chinchillas, and sugar gliders. Stop by and learn about their unique stories and our ongoing rescue efforts!

Discover a tropical paradise at CMA’s Wings & Wildlife exhibit! Located on Level 1 near the Window of Wonder, this large enclosure offers an up close look at our tropical birds and tortoises.

Our Harbor Seal Habitat is home to our trio of female harbor seals: Scallop, Ocean, and Pharaoh. These extraordinary creatures typically live 20–30 years in the wild and can live up to 50 years under human care. Visitors can observe the impressive scale of these adults, which grow up to six feet long and weigh as much as 300 pounds, as they navigate their aquatic home.

Get closer than ever to CMA’s harbor seals during this unforgettable VIP experience. Guided by a member of our Animal Care Team, you’ll step inside the seal habitat for an exclusive behind‑the‑scenes encounter that few guests get to experience.

Connect with a dolphin! Go poolside next to the rescued dolphins while our professional photographers capture the moment as the dolphin interacts with you!

Meet our new feathered friends and pose for a photo with a parrot following our Squawk Talk Presentation!

Step into the Stone Dolphin Complex for a 15-minute poolside experience, featuring up-close moments and insights from our animal care team about CMA’s resident dolphins. This exclusive experience includes a group photo capturing your special time together.

Step into the enchanting world of sloths with an exclusive opportunity to meet a sloth at Clearwater Marine Aquarium, presented by Amazing Animals on […]

See kangaroos for a limited-time at Clearwater Marine Aquarium during Hoppin’ Spring Break, presented by Amazing Animals, on March 14 through April 20, 2025! […]

Join us for an extraordinary 30-minute interactive program featuring the captivating Virginia opossum! Uncover delightful and surprising facts about this often-misunderstood marsupial, learn about its crucial role in the ecosystem, and discover simple ways to aid in opossum conservation.