Discover Local Heroes in Manatee Conservation at Clearwater Marine Aquarium on June 6

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On June 6, 2024, the Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) will present the second part of its educational series, 'Echoes of the Ocean: A Marine Life Speaker Series.' The upcoming session, 'Superheroes of Manatee Conservation,' will occur from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the CMA facilities. The event will showcase the progress in manatee conservation over the last 50 years, highlighting the work of CMA scientists both locally and internationally.

The session will include talks by Dr. James 'Buddy' Powell and Jamal Galves, who are experts in manatee research. Dr. Powell has been involved in this field since the 1960s, and Mr. Galves is the Belize Country Coordinator for CMARI. They will discuss their experiences and the impact of their work in the U.S. and Belize.

A panel discussion will follow, featuring Monica Ross, CMA’s US Manatee Director, Dr. Anmari Alvarez Aleman, Caribbean Research Director, and representatives from the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission. The panel will explore current challenges and initiatives in manatee conservation in Florida and the Greater Caribbean, including Belize, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic.

The event will also introduce Tanya Ward, the new Manatee Care Manager at CMA. Ms. Ward will discuss her role and the upcoming launch of CMA’s new Manatee Rehabilitation Center. This facility marks a significant step forward in CMA’s conservation efforts.