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The Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) has announced that Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium in Sarasota, Florida, was granted accreditation by AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission. Each application was evaluated by the independent Accreditation Commission and determined to meet AZA's...
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is proud to announce that the new Mote Science Education Aquarium (SEA) will officially open to the public on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. To be among the first to experience Mote SEA at an exclusive grand opening event, or to reserve tickets for general admission...
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is excited to share the latest milestone in the process of opening the Mote Science Education Aquarium (SEA) at Nathan Benderson Park. Mote’s long-standing plan in preparation for the new facility has included a period of time where operations at Mote Aquarium...
The Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium family is saddened to share news of the loss of Pippi, one of our beloved North American river otters. Last week, Pippi began demonstrating behavior that was consistent with a medical abnormality. Mote’s expert animal care and veterinary teams responded...
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is excited to open its doors once again on November 22 to its informal science education center, Mote Aquarium, following an 8-week-long closure due to the impacts of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, and is delighted to welcome a new rescued manatee named Lou into its...
Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium (Mote) faced an unprecedented challenge as Hurricane Milton bore down on the region, just days after Hurricane Helene had already caused significant damage. The Mote family rose to the occasion, showcasing commitment to aquatic life and conservation amid their own...
On Saturday, March 3, Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium unveiled a captivating new exhibit titled Mystery Reef. Included in regular admission, the exhibit explores the threats facing Florida’s coral reefs. Through activities such as a scavenger hunt, puzzle blocks, and an air maze, guests will...
On Tuesday, July 25, Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium announced a milestone advancement in the construction of its new Science Education Aquarium as Mote staff and a wave of Mote SEA corporate sponsors witnessed a large piece of an acrylic window as it was installed into the new aquarium’s largest...
Mote Marine Laboratory and The Florida Aquarium are thrilled to announce the release of two rescued loggerhead sea turtles nicknamed, "Valerie" and "Mahomes," at Anna Maria Bayfront Park Tuesday morning, May 30. This momentous event marks the finish line of months of dedicated care and rehabilitation...
Mote Marine Laboratory celebrated the opening of its Marine Science Education & Outreach Center on May 5 at the Anna Maria City Pier, making this Mote's 8th operational campus. Mote President & CEO Dr. Michael P. Crosby was joined by Evan Barniskis, Associate Vice President for Mote Aquarium,...