This summer, go slow for those below!

Memorial Day is just around the corner! As the weather warms up and you head out to enjoy Southwest Florida's coastal waters this boating season, please be mindful of those below! Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium recommends that boaters follow Coast Guard-approved safe boating guidelines and use...

Progress being made in planning for Buffett’s future

We would like to provide an update on the status of Buffett, Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium’s resident Florida manatee, and provide some insight into the decisions being made in regard to his current and future care. Mote continues to believe strongly that it is in Buffett’s best interest...

Mote’s 38th Annual Run for the Turtles a huge success

Today, Mote Marine Laboratory’s 38th Annual Run for the Turtles hosted nearly 1,000 runners, both on Siesta Key Beach for the 1-mile fun run and Manasota Track Club-sanctioned 5k, and across the globe with the virtual run. All three run types brought a variety of participants. The 38th Annual...